Admission Counselor

Anderson University•Anderson, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Admission Counselor is an integral member of the admissions team. The Admission Counselor is responsible for managing recruitment and outreach efforts for a defined group of prospective students in the pursuit of attaining individual and departmental goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Proven experience working with and speaking to young adults
Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver information effectively and persuasively
Must be curious and committed to continuous improvement.
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office and G Suite
Ability to accurately assess the needs and priorities of a diverse population of individuals and groups
Ability to utilize appropriate methods to guide or facilitate a decision-making process
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong time management and organizational skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work in a multi-tasked, goal oriented and deadline driven environment
Work requires tact, discretion and confidentiality
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that will include days, evenings, and some weekends
Valid driver's license, with ability to qualify to use university vehicles or access to reliable transportation to complete travel requirements
Some light lifting related to travel and events
Successful completion of background screening
Must meet University lifestyle expectations

Nice To Haves

Three months to 1 year of experience in higher education or relevant field
Bilingual preferred
Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Student First platforms as well as Slate CRM are preferred
Candidates should have belief in and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of the Bible and the contemporary ministry of the Holy Spirit. They should possess a vitality of Christian experience that is maturing in insight and application.

Responsibilities

Hit individual and departmental admission targets by providing personalized admissions counseling to students from a defined pool of prospective students who have been admitted to Anderson University
Identify and prioritize admissions counseling activities that are likely to lead to the most successful outcomes and the prospective students who are most likely to flourish at Anderson University
Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to stay informed on program offerings, admissions criteria, and career outcomes for designated academic colleges and programs.
Manage a geographic recruitment territory including outreach, relationship building with school counselors, and student engagement
Represent the university at designated events.
Lead individual admissions overviews and potential campus tours for prospective students and families
Assist in developing compelling compelling personalized visit experience that highlights experiential learning, faculty mentorship, spiritual formation, and post-graduate outcomes.
Present during campus-wide recruitment events such as Preview Days, Scholarship Competitions, and Orientation Days
Support event logistics and ensure high-quality visitor experiences during large-scale, individual visits, and academic-specific events.
Work closely with marketing and communication, faculty, and other admissions team members to develop messaging and materials for prospective students.
Provide regular updates to faculty partners about prospective student interest and engagement
Contribute to the broader goals of the admissions team through collaborative projects, training sessions, and data-informed strategies.