Admission Counselor for Diversity Outreach

Amherst College • Amherst, MA

422d • $51,500 - $51,500

About The Position

The Admission Counselor for Diversity Outreach at Amherst College is a full-time, year-round position focused on recruiting, admitting, and enrolling a diverse student body. The successful candidate will contribute to the admission committee and work closely with the Diversity Outreach team to implement innovative recruitment programs. This role requires engagement with issues of antiracism and equity in educational opportunities, along with travel for recruitment activities and occasional evening and weekend work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Driver's License and successful credentialing to operate college vehicles
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with current students and staff
• Strong written communication skills to answer tough questions from students, parents, and counselors
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong presentation skills to effectively communicate the value of Amherst College
• Proficiency in technology and programs such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Ability to exercise good judgment and think independently in a dynamic team environment
• Ability to articulate the benefits of a liberal arts education to a diverse audience
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree from Amherst College

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate thousands of applications for first-year admission.
• Serve as a full voting member of the admission committee.
• Lead information sessions for a diverse group of prospective students and families.
• Regularly serve as a dean-on-duty, counseling walk-in visitors and answering elevated questions via phone and email.
• Independently plan and schedule recruitment activities in regions across the United States.
• Facilitate the day-to-day work of the Diversity Outreach Interns.
• Provide primary support in the planning and execution of the April Admitted Student Open Houses, the Access to Amherst program, and the Early Overnight for Native Students program.
• Manage the Overnight Student Hosting Program, overseeing the recruitment and training of student hosts and facilitating the matching process.
• Arrange events within our programs, such as student group programs and faculty panels.
• Assist with the coordination of complex travel logistics and communication.
• Assist with tour guide and summer intern hiring, training, and management in collaboration with the Visitor Relations team.
• Assist with the execution of a Transfer Open House.
• Support efforts to engage with community-based organizations/college access organizations and schools, including through group visits to campus and virtual webinars on life at Amherst and the college application process.
• Assist in the execution of communication projects with the Diversity Outreach Interns, including email outreach, newsletters, and virtual events for prospective students, families, and counselors.
• Perform other duties/functions as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees