Graduate Admissions Counselor

This position reports to the Director of Graduate and Continuing Studies, Admissions with a dotted line to the Director of Enrollment Management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the university liaison for interested and prospective students for various graduate programs for the university.
• Provide strong follow up with students through heavy phone outreach and in-person meetings.
• Serve as the university's marketer and recruiter of graduate programs to meet targeted enrollment goals.
• Advise prospective students about application and enrollment procedures for the University.
• Present program and university information to students in both online and public information sessions.
• Review applications for admission and ensure accuracy before submitting them to the committee.
• Manage all documentation required for applicants.
• Work closely with operations staff to expedite application processing personally as needed.
• Maintain strong record keeping in student information system to create a complete electronic profile of each recruited student.
• Assist the Director of Graduate and Continuing Studies, Admissions with other duties that will benefit the growth and development of the incoming class quantity and academic profile.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Superior public relations, customer service, and cultural sensitivity skills, as well as public speaking skills.
• Good computer skills with proficiency in MS Office products and web applications required.
• Convey a professional and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to serve as part of a team and demonstrate a proven ability to establish priorities and work independently.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to establish priorities and manage time wisely.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly University of Tampa software programs such as Workday and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.

Required attachments: Cover Letter, Resume.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Summer: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Some nights and weekends are required for special events.

Benefits

• Free tuition
• Generous paid leave
• Wellness initiatives
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Access to Campus Amenities (Fitness Center)
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• And more!

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.