Regional Admissions Advisor - Jackson, MI

Discover the opportunity to join Baker College, honored as one of the 2024 & 2025 Best and Brightest Workplaces in West Michigan, Metro Detroit and Nationally!

Join Baker College as our Regional Admissions Advisor and be the driving force connecting students, schools, and communities to life-changing educational opportunities in Jackson County and beyond!

The Regional Admissions Advisor - Jackson Campus serves as Baker College's primary local representative for Jackson County, the western Michigan corridor, and select areas of Northwestern Ohio and Northeastern Indiana. As a key member of the Admissions and Recruitment team, this role supports system-wide enrollment while focusing on the growth and long-term vitality of the Jackson campus. The Advisor builds and maintains relationships with high schools, CTE centers, community colleges, adult education programs, employers, and community organizations, driving regional outreach, community engagement, and enrollment advising. Responsibilities include conducting outreach, hosting campus events, providing tours, advising prospective students and families, supporting enrollment processes, and connecting the college to local workforce and community needs. Through relationship-building, personalized guidance, and a strong local presence, the Advisor ensures a student-centered experience, monitors regional trends, tracks recruitment metrics, and collaborates with Admissions colleagues to develop strategies that advance Baker College's mission and contribute to sustainable enrollment growth.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree preferred. They must have a minimum of one to three years of experience in higher education admissions, recruiting, community relations, or workforce engagement. Familiarity with Jackson County, Southwestern Michigan, and the surrounding tri-state region is preferred. Additionally, candidates are required to hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in cultivating a culture of belonging and engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student-first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

The full position description is available for your review online - Regional Admissions Advisor

ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

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TITLE IX NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: Baker College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located in the Baker College Title IX Policy.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree preferred. They must have a minimum of one to three years of experience in higher education admissions, recruiting, community relations, or workforce engagement. Familiarity with Jackson County, Southwestern Michigan, and the surrounding tri-state region is preferred. Additionally, candidates are required to hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.