Deana Boling
Dawsonville,GA
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance with a expertise in student recruitment and retention.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Admissions
Reinhardt University
04.2024 - Current
- Reduced application processing times by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing procedural improvements within the office workflow.
- Analyzed applicant data to identify trends in demographics, enabling more targeted outreach efforts.
- Established partnerships with local schools and community colleges to promote transfer opportunities, increasing incoming student numbers.
- Collaborated with academic departments to develop program-specific recruitment strategies, resulting in higher enrollment numbers.
- Spearheaded diversity recruiting initiatives, resulting in an increase of underrepresented students accepted and enrolled.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Increased enrollment rates by implementing strategic marketing campaigns and targeted recruitment initiatives.
- Increased Graduate enrollment by 37%
Corporate Education Specialist
Reinhardt University
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Tracked educational program progress to identify strengths and opportunities.
- Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations and donors to increase program scope.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Online Enrollment Counselor
Reinhardt University
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Initiated and maintained contact with all potential student inquires.
- Managed the student application process.
- Evaluated and reviewed completed admission files to determine admission.
- Cross trained with advising team to complete evaluations to create student schedules.
- Attended recruitment events. "Graduate Fairs,Business locations, as well as public service locations."
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff members.
Admissions Administrative Assistant
Piedmont University
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
University Ambassador
Piedmont University
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Promoted mission, vision and culture of school to prospective students to increase enrollment.
- Supported campus events to increase student engagement and promote campus-wide initiatives.
- Hosted campus parties and social activities to promote friendships and comradery among students and clubs.
- Recruited and incentivized students to volunteer for campus initiative events.
- Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
Education
Masters - Higher Education Administration
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Piedmont University
Demorest, GA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Pickens County High School
Jasper, GA05.2018
Skills
- CRM Software Experience
- Partnership Development
- Staff Training
- Time Management
- Process Improvement
- Budget Control
- Program Development
- Recruitment
Affiliations
- Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC)
- Georgia Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (GACRAO)
Timeline
Assistant Director of Admissions
Reinhardt University
04.2024 - Current
Corporate Education Specialist
Reinhardt University
05.2023 - 04.2024
Online Enrollment Counselor
Reinhardt University
05.2022 - 05.2023
University Ambassador
Piedmont University
01.2020 - 01.2021
Admissions Administrative Assistant
Piedmont University
08.2018 - 04.2022
Masters - Higher Education Administration
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Piedmont University
High School Diploma -
Pickens County High School
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