Admission's Counselor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective first year (freshmen) students within an assigned geographic region
• Build strong relationships with high school students, families, guidance counselors, and church leaders to increase awareness of OCU's programs and Christ-centered mission
• Represent OCU at high schools, college fairs, church events, and youth gatherings to generate interest and applications from high school juniors and seniors
• Communicate effectively and regularly with prospective freshmen and their parents via phone, email, text, and virtual meetings
• Plan and conduct engaging on-campus visit experiences for high school students and their families, including personal meetings and group presentations
• Guide students through each stage of the freshman admissions process: inquiry, application, document submission, acceptance, and enrollment
• Collaborate with Financial Aid and Registrar teams to assist students in understanding award letters, completing next steps, and registering for classes
• Participate in all major freshman-focused recruitment events (Preview Days, Scholars Day, campus tours, registration days, etc.)
• Track interactions, manage follow-ups, and maintain accurate records in the CRM (Slate) to meet or exceed enrollment goals
• Represent the Office of Traditional Admissions on campus committees or projects related to first-year experience as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to live in accordance with the OCU Community Lifestyle Statement
• Bachelor's degree required; experience in admissions, ministry, higher education, or sales is preferred
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with diverse audiences
• A high level of professionalism, integrity, and initiative
• Ability to travel extensively and work non-traditional hours during peak seasons
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Comfort working in a metrics-driven environment with performance expectations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn Slate (CRM)
• A valid driver's license and ability to pass a university driving test and insurance review
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transport recruitment materials as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Alumni of OCU or a Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) institution
• Previous experience with student recruitment or customer relationship management
• Familiarity with enrollment strategies and marketing tactics in Christian higher education