What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor position at Covington Latin School?
Covington Latin School
Exempt Job Description
Title: Admissions Counselor
Department: Admissions
Reports to: Director of Enrollment and Marketing
Created: May 27, 2026
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Assists the Director for Enrollment Management and Marketing in the recruitment process, including:
- Hosting school-based information sessions
- Hosting parent sessions in the evening
- Leading information sessions across the region and on-campus events.
- Coordinating recruitment events throughout the year (i.e. Open House, Meet the Trojans, etc.)
- Provides secondary support for CLS’ marketing goals, to include taking photos and videos at events.
Essential Functions
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Recruitment and Admissions
- Schedule, advertise, and conduct Covington Latin School information sessions at Diocese schools for prospective students and/or their families.
- Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, educators, and leaders throughout the region to positively promote the school.
- Represent Covington Latin School as an exhibitor at public events, such as K-12 student competitions, educator meetings, and/or gifted education organizations.
- Assist the Director for Enrollment Management and Marketing with the planning and execution of on-campus recruitment and enrollment events, such as several Open House and Entrance Exams.
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Administrative or Managerial Functions
- Communicate with prospective students and families via email and phone.
- Assist in the processing and review of CLS applications.
- Capture school events via photography and videography.
- Collaborate with other CLS staff to plan and host parent events.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with external constituents, including counselors, teachers, families, and parishes.
- Possesses both multimedia (i.e. photo and video) and social media skills to aid in the day-to-day operations of CLS’ digital footprint.
- Effective leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills.
- Ability to plan successful events within a limited budget.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience planning events.
- Must be willing to work a schedule that occasionally includes evening hours and weekends.
- Must be willing to travel to various areas across the region for recruitment events.
- Must be at least 21 years of age and hold a valid driver’s license.
- Must be willing to submit to a background check and be Virtus trained.
Compensation and Benefits
- 20 hours per week.
- Professional development opportunities