Admission Counselor

Maryland Institute College of Art • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Functions as part of a team responsible for the promotion of the college and recruitment of qualified candidates to meet enrollment goals

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Ability to relate to people from a variety of backgrounds
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Active US Driver's License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with admissions CRM systems
• Willingness to travel extensively, including evenings and weekends throughout the year
• Must submit Cover Letter and Resume
• Successful candidates must complete a full satisfactory background check

Nice To Haves

• Sales, Marketing, or College Admissions

Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy Development Assist in the development and execution of territory-based enrollment initiatives, track progress, and report results to UGA leadership. Identify and target key markets and demographics to deepen engagement or expand into key territory/markets, as well as continually provide insights to the team and leadership on activities and engagement levels through interactions, reporting, and commenting in Slate.
• Relationship Building Establish and maintain relationships with high schools, community colleges, and other educational institutions. Represent the university at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and other recruitment activities. Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students, their families, high school counselors and staff, and alumni. Responsibilities include a full schedule of recruitment at high schools, 2-year colleges, regional receptions, and portfolio days in assigned regions of the country throughout the calendar year.
• Admissions Process Management Counsel students and parents about admission, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities Navigation and maintenance of the SLATE CRM system. To include updating student and organizational records, managing regional recruitment events, managing individual student interactions, and other duties as assigned Evaluate first-year and transfer student application materials, including artwork portfolios, as a member of the Admission Committee
• Data Analytics and Reporting Track and analyze recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of recruitment outreach and engagement, adjusting as needed. Assess assigned territories, prospective students, applicants, and admitted students to deepen relationships and inform understanding and projections pertinent to the likelihood to apply, deposit, or enroll.
• Collaboration and Teamwork Work closely with other departments to ensure a seamless admissions process. Collaborate with academic departments and faculty to promote specific programs and initiatives. Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with admissions and recruitment best practices Assist with in-person and virtual recruitment events Perform other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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