Athletic admissions counselor 1

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Athletic Admissions Counselor 1
Full time, 12-months

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position of Admissions Counselor at Bluffton requires a self-motivated person with strong interpersonal and group communication skills, who possesses a competitive spirit and sales orientation for the recruitment of students and for providing excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Recruitment:

• Manage the pool of prospective student athletes to meet or exceed established goals in the following areas: campus visits, applications received, accepted students, and enrolled students. This includes reviewing financial aid awards with students and families. This counselors works with the following teams: Football, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Golf, Softball and Volleyball.
• Meet with prospective student-athletes during official campus visits to provide a personal admissions interview.
• Deliver formal presentation to prospective student-athletes and their families during on-campus group visits.
• Frequent evening hours communicating with students and parents (phone, text, email).
• Serve as liaison between admissions office and athletic office, providing clear and consistent communication to all prospective student athletes.
• Assist and/or provide leadership for weekend admissions functions (Discover Bluffton Day, Presidential Scholarship Competition, Game Day visits; football group visits) throughout the year.
• Represent Bluffton at college fairs, conferences, and other functions as needed.
• Other admissions responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Customer Service:

• Provides exceptional customer service.
• Communicates effectively with the Director & team regarding daily on and off campus work schedules

Supervision:

• Supervise student employees. Must have a mindset of mentoring employees under supervision. Should be able to lead in a way that sets a good example, promotes teamwork, and encourages a positive, efficient work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: Some prior experience in recruiting, sales, and/or marketing.
• Skill/Abilities: As a frequent representative of Bluffton University to the public and corporate community, the employee must have high ethical standards and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be highly motivated with strong organizational skills, technology skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are vital. Integrity and honesty in conveying program information and respect for prospective students are essential. Strong communication skills and organizational ability. Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required. Must be willing to travel.
• Diversity & Faith Commitment: Bluffton University expects all employees to show respect in the workplace and not to base business decisions on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University welcomes its faculty and staff and encourages respectful consideration of the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church.

Preferred:

• Education/Certification
• Experience: 2 years prior admissions experience or other college related work. Thorough understanding of the liberal arts, private college environment within a Christian setting.
• Skill/Abilities: Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, and familiarity with various internet applications are a plus

DEADLINE:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until an appointment is made.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Applications are considered complete when all of the following materials are received at the office indicated below:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Completed Bluffton employment application

Send employment application materials to:
Human Resources
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104

hr@bluffton.edu

Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church. EOE.

Posted 06/2/26