Admission Counselor (2 Vacant Positions) - Rollins College

About the role

Reporting to an Associate Director of Admission, the Admission Counselors aid in all aspects of the admission process from initial recruitment of prospective students to the review and assessment of applications. In addition to conducting large and small group information sessions on the Rollins campus, counselors travel to meet with students, parents, and guidance counselors. Counselors participate in the admission selection process and host on campus events for prospective and accepted students.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies to target specific student populations
• Conduct interviews with admission candidates
• Oversee and participate in special programs and projects
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus partners, venues, and vendors
• Communicate with prospective students, parents, and guidance counselors by phone and email to guide them through the admission process
• Participate in the selection of candidates for admission by reviewing and evaluating applications
• Conduct large and small group information sessions for prospective students and parents
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, engaging through various communication channels (phone, email, chat, text, and in-person meetings) to guide them through the admissions funnel
• Represent the school at on-campus events, conferences, career fairs, and networking events
• Process application materials, conduct interviews, evaluate candidates, and render admission decisions
• Cultivate strong connections with prospective students by providing personalized guidance and support to help them explore graduate business programs
• Organize personalized visits for prospective students
• Travel to designated territories to recruit prospective students through college fairs and high school visits with guidance counselors and students

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of one year of higher education and/or admission experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable motor vehicle record

Qualifications

• Superior interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience in public speaking to both large and small groups
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Rollins College and Winter Park/Orlando area
• Knowledge of college admission processes
• Event planning

Schedule

Must be able to travel and work flexible hours which includes evenings and weekends based on business needs.