The Office of Admission at Truman State University seeks a self-motivated, passionate, and dynamic individual to serve as an admission counselor. The admission counselor will have primary responsibility for recruiting new first-year students, with an emphasis on supporting one of the teams within the Office of Admission.

Duties include regional travel within an assigned territory, representing the institution with on-campus and off-campus recruitment events, participating in file reviews, counseling prospective students and their families through the admission process, and conducting individual meetings and presentations.

Recruitment

* Manage recruitment in Illinois territory.

* Manage communication within assigned territory to prospective students and other stakeholders.

* Represent Truman State University at recruitment events on and off campus.

* Meet with prospective students and families during visits to Truman State University campus. The meetings may occur in individual or group settings and both physical and virtual settings.

* Participate in file review of applications and recommend decisions to the admissions committee.

* Utilize enrollment and communication software in support of enrollment goals.

* Use data to make informed decisions.

* Other duties as assigned.

Team Responsibilities

* Serve on at least one of the teams within the Office of Admission; these teams include the Events & Visits Team, Graduate Team, Marketing & Communications Team, Recruitment Team, Transfer Team, and Operations Team.

* Assist with projects identified by team supervisor.

* Lead designated key responsibilities within the team.

Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree.

* High level of personal motivation, innovation, and enthusiasm for working in a team environment.

* Exceptional oral presentation skills.

* Strong written communication skills.

* Possession of a valid driver's license.

* Willingness to travel regionally and work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

* Commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for students from diverse backgrounds.

* Appreciation of a liberal arts education.

* Ability to stand for up to 3 hours at a time.

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications