Admissions Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Admissions Counselor plays a key role in recruiting and enrolling qualified students to the University of Providence in support of institutional enrollment goals. This position is responsible for managing a designated geographic recruitment territory and working collaboratively with the Admissions team, Athletics, and campus partners to execute strategic recruitment and outreach efforts.

The Admissions Counselor provides guidance and service to prospective students and their families throughout the admissions and enrollment process, plans and delivers recruitment initiatives and events, and actively engages faculty, staff, and current students in support of recruitment activities. This role requires a strong understanding of University of Providence academic programs, admissions policies, and financial aid offerings, as well as the ability to authentically communicate the University’s mission, identity, and student experience.

The successful candidate will represent the University of Providence with professionalism and enthusiasm, conveying information clearly and compellingly to prospective students and families while fostering meaningful relationships that support enrollment success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Identify students in the assigned territory who may be a fit for the University and engage them in the admissions process through a consistent and systematic effort of personal contact.

•    Manage the enrollment funnel in the assigned territory by moving students from inquiry to applicant to admitted student to deposited student to enrollment to matriculation.

•    Provide proactive, thorough and timely information to students about the admission process, financial aid and costs, academic programs, and student experience.

•    Work with the rest of the admissions and athletic staff to support the execution of the annual recruitment plan, including the calendar of admissions events, and implement activities and events as assigned.

•    Travel to regional and national recruitment events and conduct effective high school visits.

•    Cultivate relationships with high school counselors, teachers and administrators, and with students and their families.

•    Seek out detailed and up-to-date information and resources from campus staff and faculty on behalf of prospective students.

•    Conduct engaging and effective campus visits for individuals and groups.

•    Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the leader for Enrollment Management.

•    Performs all duties in a manner which promotes team concept and reflects the University and Providence mission and philosophy.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

•    Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree combined with work experience that demonstrates excellent communication skills are required.

EXPERIENCE

•    Two years of relevant experience in areas such as customer service, sales, or presentations is preferred.

•    Experience with private, Catholic, liberal arts education preferred.

•    Valid driver’s license and good driving record