Admissions Counselor

The University of Olivet (UO), a liberal arts college in south central Michigan with a long-standing commitment to inclusion and diversity, invites applications for the position of Admission Counselor. This is an exciting opportunity to use and develop relationship-building and sales skills.

As part of its commitment to a values-based mission of Education for Individual and Social Responsibility, the University actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty and staff. Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is directly responsible for attracting and engaging with new students to UO. The successful candidate will source new student leads through multiple channels, initiate contact with students, parents, counselors, teachers to communicate specifics about the academic, athletic and participation programs offered by UO; encourage prospective students to apply, visit and attend; and explain the admissions and financial aid processes to prospective students. 

Those applying should possess knowledge of college admission guidelines, standards, and procedures, and higher education recruitment in general. Additional skills needed include, knowledge of various financial aid programs, including application deadlines and regulations; the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; the ability to plan and implement recruitment events in an organized and efficient manner; and the ability to exercise critical human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with college faculty, staff, administration, students, and members of the community and the public. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Meets or exceeds weekly, quarterly and yearly activity and recruitment goals within an assigned territory.
• Articulates UO's mission to a variety of publics, acting as a liaison between UO and area college counselors/administrators, students, parents, alumni, corporations and/or governmental agencies;
• Initiates, plans, and executes special projects in conjunction with the goals and objectives of the department;
• Receives and evaluates application materials and makes admissions recommendations Develops and implements specific recruitment projects and management tasks as assigned;
• Manages, plans, and coordinates special recruitment events as assigned;
• Maintains current knowledge of UO's academic, spiritual, recreational, social, extra-curricular, and financial aid programs, and communicates this information to prospective students;
• Encourages a healthy and productive working relationship with departments across campus.
• Completes routine reports related to recruitment, projections, conversions, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and/or expense reports;
• Maintains up to date records on inquiries and applicants via the admissions CRM;
• Attends Admission team staff meetings and is prepared to report on management tasks  that were previously assigned;
• Maintains a steady flow of communication via email, traditional mail, social media, phone calls and texts with prospective students and applied students in order to establish a relationship between the student and UO;
• Exercises creativity in planning recruitment events, assigned projects and daily activities;
• Participates on UO committees;
• Works periodic weekends, evenings, and travels locally and out-of-state;
• Will be cross trained in enrollment processes for other student populations and cover  appointments as needed;

Qualifications 

Required: Bachelor's degree with two-years of experience in sales, college admissions, marketing, public relations or related activities.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree with two-years of experience in admissions in liberal arts setting and/or recruiting/sales.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Working Conditions

Inside work environment; non-hazardous work (Infrequent exposure to extremes in noise, temperatures, distractions, etc. Little or no exposure to hazards. Generally good working conditions with infrequent exceptions). Must be able to drive to off-site recruitment locations. Light physical exertion. Normally seated, standing, or walking at will. Periodic handling of lightweight parcels or supplies. Use of handcart for transporting admissions materials.

Benefits

• Salary is competitive and is commensurate with education and experience.
• Comprehensive health and benefits package.
• Two weeks paid time off plus numerous paid holidays in conjunction with the college’s academic calendar.
• Professional development opportunities.

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