Admissions Counselor
NAFSA: Association of International Educators · Belton, TX · 4 days ago
EducationTemporary
Responsibilities
- Performs student recruiting and admission activities as assigned.
- Maintains a high level of contact with prospective students and community resources.
- Travels extensively on a seasonal basis to facilitate recruiting events.
- Reviews prospective students’ records and makes recommendations to Admissions, Financial Aid and other departments.
- Maintains thorough and contemporary knowledge of UMHB admission, registration, housing and financial aid processes, student life (including the student handbook), UMHB traditions and culture, and a working knowledge of academic programs, degree plans, resources (i.e. academic counseling, tutoring, mentoring programs) and similar academic procedures.
- Provides counseling and advising services to prospective students through the entire process from initial contact until enrollment is completed.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be an active and committed Christian who will support the University’s mission and who will be an active participant in their local church.
- A Bachelor’s degree from UMHB is required.
- Employment experience in a related field is preferred.
- Basic competency in Microsoft Office for Windows applications (word processing, database, spreadsheet, e-mail, presentation graphics, etc.) is required.
- Must be available to travel (extensively on a seasonal basis).
- Must be available for a flexible work schedule, including assigned weekend and evening hours to facilitate recruiting events and activities.
- Must be proficient in general office equipment operation.
- Must possess exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license and be insurable by UMHB auto insurance carrier.
- Must agree to the University's Employee Statement of Understanding.
Salaries and Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including Day One medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match and tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.