Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

About the role

Develop, implement and manage the admission recruitment program designed to attract the best possible pool of candidates in support of the school’s enrollment objectives. Designs and coordinates admissions outreach services and associated events. Establishes and delivers a wide range of advisement and liaison services. Participates in or oversees the evaluation of applicant files for admissions.

Responsibilities

• Advises students and families regarding educational opportunities and options, admission and other requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and financial assistance, as appropriate.
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates programs, special projects and events, and other initiatives geared to recruiting students within targeted populations and facilitating admission into California Baptist University.
• Analyzes trends in student recruitment and retention programs and participates in the establishment and implementation of recruitment and retention strategies, resources, policies, and procedures.
• Develops and implements outreach programs, events, and activities for recruitment and enrollment of students from targeted communities.
• Affords creation and distribution of a range of resource and promotional materials designed for the recruitment and retention of students in targeted groups.
• Reviews individual applications and evaluates candidates for admission eligibility; troubleshoots applications with problems, and oversees and/or coordinates communications with applicants.
• Maintains communication via telephone, correspondence, and/or electronic mail with prospective students through all stages of the recruitment, admission, and enrollment process.
• Keeps accurate records of recruiting activities and contacts.
• Affords assistance with other student service projects and events as requested.
• Achieves aggressive monthly recruiting goals.
• Interacts regularly with CBU’s enrollment leadership team to develop recruiting strategies and partnerships.
• The position will require evening and weekend work and travel. A valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation are required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University’s Christ-centered mission and values.
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to evaluate student transcripts and/or records.
• Ability to exercise interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with prospective students and their families, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Excellent telephone courtesy knowledge and experience.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university;
• One to two years related experience and/or training.