Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Admissions

Duties And Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively about the value of a liberal arts education.
• Representing the University at high schools, college fairs, and community-based organizations throughout the country.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with prospective students by guiding them through the admissions process via telephone, email, print, and in-person communication throughout the entire admissions cycle up through enrollment.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with independent counselors, community-based organizations, and other third-party connections.
• Managing geographic territory by following a recruitment plan, establishing relationships, and enrolling students from assigned territories.
• Conducting appointments and information sessions on campus with prospective students, families, groups, and special visitors.
• Participating in on and off campus admissions office events throughout the year including Discover Redlands, Bulldog Bound: Admitted Students Day, counselor programs, yield receptions, and student fly-ins.
• Counseling prospective students and parents on academic programs, admission requirements and procedures, and all aspects of financial aid.
• Approximately 8-10 weeks of travel to recruit students. Travel may extend throughout the United States.
• Provides backup support to other admission positions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Excellent writing, interviewing, and public speaking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a fast-paced metric driven environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be available to work evenings, nights, and weekends for recruitment travel activities throughout the term.
• Proficiency in computer systems to include Microsoft suite, including presentation applications.
• Ability to work in a paperless admissions process and to learn new systems to include CRM and institution wide student information systems.
• A self-starter with ability to work independently and on a team.
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record and reliable vehicle is required.