Admission Counselor

Illinois College • Jacksonville, IL

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About The Position

The Admission Counselor recruits prospective students for Illinois College and helps high school students and their families navigate the admissions process and evaluate the value of an Illinois College education. The counselor manages an assigned U.S. territory and works toward recruitment goals through relationship building, outreach, application review, presentations, events, and follow-up. The position includes seasonal travel within the assigned territory, as well as occasional evening and weekend recruitment events planned in advance. The counselor also works with colleagues on division-wide enrollment initiatives and gains experience in consultative sales, marketing, public speaking, project management, and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Dynamic public speaker with excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a goal-oriented strategic thinker.
• Intercultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Valid driver's license and evidence of insurability.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds, reach above the shoulders, bend at the waist, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students and their families as they learn about the value of an Illinois College education.
• Manage an assigned U.S. territory and work toward an assigned recruitment goal.
• Meet weekly goals for counselor-initiated completed contacts.
• Respond promptly to in-person, phone, and electronic admissions inquiries, at times appropriate to different time zones.
• Review applications for admission and scholarships.
• Assist with on-campus, off-campus, and virtual recruiting events, and conduct information sessions.
• Follow up with prospective students at times convenient for different domestic time zones.
• Provide enlightened hospitality to build lasting connections with prospective students, families, and school counseling staff.
• Collaborate on division-wide enrollment initiatives, including event planning, program management, and communication flow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level