Admissions Counselor (NYC Territory)

Reports To: Vice President for Enrollment Management • FLSA Status: Exempt, Salary • Job Type: Full-time • Territory: Bronx, Kings, New York, and Richmond counties

About the role

The Admissions Counselor recruits and guides prospective students through the admissions process by managing an assigned territory, cultivating relationships with schools and counselors, and representing the College at events. This role promotes the College’s programs, supports enrollment goals, and ensures a positive applicant experience through effective communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth knowledge about the College and its academic and extracurricular programs and articulate these programs in a manner consistent with the College's strategic plan to prospective students, their families, guidance counselors & the community.
• Recruit prospective students by conducting high school visits and attending college fairs in selected territory; cultivate selected territory by developing relationships with guidance and college counselors and by increasing application and deposit activity; provide regular territory analysis and feedback.
• Assist with the daily operations of the Office of Admissions through daily admissions presentations, interviews, on/off campus admission events, Open Houses and Accepted Student Receptions as well as email, social media and phone call campaigns.
• Meet departmental goals for inquiries, applications, admitted and enrolled students through the completion, review and conversion of applications for designated territory.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in financial aid, advising, registrar and other campus offices to ensure a consistent and smooth transition from applicant to student.
• Maintain and update files including travel and student records.
• Perform other duties as required to meet organizational needs and goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

• Office Setting: Cubicles, open desks, or private offices with access to necessary tools like computers, phones, and office supplies.
• Remote Setting: Working from home or another location with access to virtual communication platforms and necessary technology.

Physical Demands