Kenneth R. Cornelio Jr.
Rocky Hill,CT
Summary
Results-driven admissions and sales professional with nine years of experience exceeding goals and innovating processes. Skilled in recruitment, retention, and relationship management with target markets. Led training initiatives, new hire onboarding, and marketing strategies to support business growth. Fostered an inclusive culture through effective interdepartmental collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Advisor- Team Lead
Post University
Waterbury, CT
02.2021 - Current
- Manages a team of 10-12 advisors, driving enrollment goals through coaching, pipeline management and performance monitoring. Bridging leadership and front-line advisors to ensure high-quality service and compliance with policies and efficient application processing.
- Assisting in onboarding new staff and delivering ongoing training on systems and policies. Ensuring all records are accurately maintained in the CRM and adhere to institutional policies.
- Collaborating interdepartmentally to ensure an exceptional experience with other parts of the enrollment process regarding team and departmental goals. Maintaining accurate records in student information systems (CRM) and staying current on education regulations.
Admissions Advisor
Post University
Waterbury, Connecticut
11.2016 - 02.2021
- Recruited new students for university's online program, guiding them through college application and enrollment process, conducting advisory sessions via phone and text, and reviewing applications for eligibility while advising on academic programs and financial aid.
- Reviewed applications for completeness and eligibility, ensuring accurate processing and compliance with admission standards.
- Collaborated with academic departments to align admissions strategies with program goals.
- Trained new admissions staff on policies and procedures, enhancing overall team competency and efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Pot University
Waterbury, CT05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT06-2015
Skills
- Enrollment management
- Student recruitment
- Application processing
- CRM systems
- Compliance monitoring
- Team leadership
- Relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Higher education expertise
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Admissions Advisor- Team Lead
Post University
02.2021 - Current
Admissions Advisor
Post University
11.2016 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Education
Pot University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Goodwin College