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SARAH HAMILL

Rancho Cucamonga,CA

Summary

Results-driven college admissions professional recognized for elevating enrollment rates by 175% at Life Pacific University. Proficient in staffing, recruitment, and sales management, with a strong emphasis on leadership and training initiatives. Achieved exceptional performance through innovative professional development and targeted recruitment strategies. Committed to advancing enrollment approaches to support institutional growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Online Admissions Counselor

Life Pacific University
San Dimas
04.2023 - Current
  • Connect with prospective students to promote online programs and majors.
  • Guide students through the entire admissions process, including interviews, information sessions, and Zoom orientations.
  • Represent the university at college fairs, take part in campus events, and conduct group presentations.
  • Collaborate closely with the academic, financial aid, and registrar's office to ensure a seamless transition into all departments.
  • Consistently exceed performance goals, achieving up to 175% of enrollment goals each semester.

School Site Counsel /Community Service Volunteer

Windrows Elementary / Hamill Household
Etiwanda, USA
09.2012 - 04.2023
  • Oversaw daily activities in a household of four.
  • Focused on raising children and contributing through school, part-time volunteer work.
  • Contributed to school site council for three years, focusing on development and approval of the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA).
  • Collaborated with various advisory groups, and encouraged parent, family, and community involvement.
  • Organized classroom assignments, prepared classroom packets, assisted with classroom decoration, and facilitated table groups.
  • Worked with individual children to enhance their reading skills.

Senior Admission Advisor

Platt College
Ontario, USA
12.2011 - 09.2012
  • Provided consultation, guidance, and support to students, including reviewing transcripts, and conducting enrollment interviews.
  • Assisted students throughout their program, and guided them through the financial aid process.
  • Ensured all students were fully funded, and that required documents were submitted accurately and on time.
  • Presented student start projections to management for strategic decisions.
  • Offered customer service to future and internal students.

Admissions Director / Student Advisor

Laurus / Revera College
San Luis Obispo, USA
08.2007 - 09.2011
  • Offered consultation, guidance, and support to students, including transcript review and enrollment interviews.
  • Implemented a comprehensive admissions plan to boost enrollments.
  • Assisted students with financial aid processes, and ensured complete documentation.
  • Provided start projections for students to inform critical business decisions.
  • Delivered customer service to future students and internal customers.
  • Conducted job training, and facilitated job placement for graduates.
  • Engaged in additional campus responsibilities.

Branch Manager

Select Remedy
Santa Monica, USA
02.2003 - 12.2007
  • Led marketing and recruitment efforts for executive and technical job placements in Los Angeles.
  • Identified companies seeking candidates outside their immediate area.
  • Managed all job placements, including temp, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire divisions.
  • Conducted interviews and trained new employees.
  • Produced weekly sales and margin cost reports, substantially increasing office gross margin.

Skills

  • Professional development training
  • Student support
  • Admissions Process Management
  • Leadership training
  • Customer relationship management
  • College counseling
  • Recruitment
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Career and educational counseling
  • Admissions
  • Staff supervision
  • Goal setting
  • Registration processes
  • Higher education
  • Student counseling
  • Sales team training
  • Territory sales management
  • Business planning
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Operations management
  • Administrative management
  • Staff development

Volunteer Experience

By Request Only

Timeline

Senior Online Admissions Counselor

Life Pacific University
04.2023 - Current

School Site Counsel /Community Service Volunteer

Windrows Elementary / Hamill Household
09.2012 - 04.2023

Senior Admission Advisor

Platt College
12.2011 - 09.2012

Admissions Director / Student Advisor

Laurus / Revera College
08.2007 - 09.2011

Branch Manager

Select Remedy
02.2003 - 12.2007
SARAH HAMILL