First-Year Admission Counselor

Elmhurst University•Elmhurst, IL

4d•$42,000 - $46,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for recruitment/enrollment initiatives in an assigned territory. Specifically, informs, advises, and counsels prospective students, secondary schools, community colleges, and other organizations about Elmhurst University. The admission counselor will generate and convert prospects through the enrollment funnel by providing counseling through the recruitment cycle. Seeks opportunities for expanded recruitment contacts, participates in various recruiting events, and positively contributes to the attainment of new student enrollment goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Well-developed skills in verbal/written communication.
Understanding of higher education in particular of private liberal arts Universities and their mission.
The ability to project a positive image of the institution in an organized, accurate manner.
Grasp of admission, financial aid procedures and academic opportunities available is necessary.
Must be responsive and adaptable to a fast-paced environment and fluctuating responsibilities.
Ability to travel districtwide, statewide, and out-of-area territories for recruiting events or information sessions.
Recruitment visits are performed using personal transportation, costs reimbursed.
Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Builds relationships with prospective first-year and transfer students and families for the purpose of informing them about University programs, admission and financial aid procedures.
Presents to various groups about University, admission and financial aid opportunities.
Plans and executes a schedule of visits and communication with contacts in an assigned territory.
Recommends admission and scholarship decisions in an assigned territory.
Creates and maintains effective, positive relationships with territorial contacts through general application of customer service and sales techniques.
Participates in on-campus visitation programs sponsored by the Admission Office.
Responds to inquiries and handles correspondence with prospective students in a timely and effective manner.
Assists with general administrative, and at times clerical, duties as assigned by enrollment supervisors.
Assumes responsibility for auxiliary program assignment such as student ambassador coordinator, alumni admission or faculty liaison.
Travels to assigned territory while maintaining stewardship of resources.
Seeks and maintains knowledge about general admission practices and industry trends.
Utilizes CRM to run queries, tracks prospects’ progress through the enrollment process, and makes data driven decisions within territory.
Follows strategies outlined within yearly recruitment plan within assigned territory to aid in meeting territory goals.
Supports the mission, vision and values of Elmhurst University.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.