Admission Counselor-Diversity Initiatives

About the role

The Admission Counselor for Diversity Initiative will implement a series of programs that generate interest, application, and ultimately UCSB enrollment of high school and community college students with special focus on African American communities. Engage in collaborative efforts with university and alumni networks to deliver services to students, parents, school counselors, and community agencies working with college-bound African American students. Conduct visits to high schools and community colleges in order to inform prospective UCSB students, their parents, counselors and educators about admission policies and practices, and encourage enrollment at UCSB.

Responsibilities

• Initiate a series of high school and community college visits in order to disseminate and articulate admissions policies of the UCSB campus and the UC system.
• Meet with parents and prospective students seeking information about the campus.
• Maintain thorough knowledge and be able to disseminate information covering all aspects of the campus including admission eligibility requirements, academic programs, curricula, EOP, housing, financial aid, orientation, etc.
• Represent UCSB at appropriate professional conferences.
• Make on-campus presentations to visiting student groups.
• Provide pre-admission counseling to campus visitors and students in campus programs (EAO, MESA, SIOP).
• Lead College Advising Presentations (CAPs) at school sites, attend College Nights and College Fairs, and represent UCSB at California College and University Days (CCUDs).
• Evaluate the academic records of targeted students in order to counsel and advise them with regard to achieving and maintaining UC eligibility.
• Serve as a member of the Admissions Selection team. Reviews application files and provides input to selection team on African American applicants.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of UC and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective applicants and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Skills

• Strong counseling skills
• Exceptional public speaking skills
• Solid time management and organizational skills

Benefits

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Pay

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.07 to $32.11/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $28.07 to $38.17/hr.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM