Admission Counselor

Bradley University•Peoria, IL

8h•$43,000 - $45,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Enrollment Management invites applications for energetic and highly motivated admission professionals to join our recruitment team as an admission counselor. This position is based on campus in Peoria, Illinois, and will have a primary role in recruiting undergraduate first-year and transfer students to Bradley University.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects; flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with excellent follow through.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
Entrepreneurial spirit, positive attitude, and energy to implement new strategies and meet ambitious goals.
Strong organization skills, with keen attention to detail.
Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends.
Valid US driver’s license.
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
Candidates may need to access Non-ADA compliant buildings.
Candidates must demonstrate strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; the ability to work independently and within a team environment; possess strong analytical and independent decision making ability; as well as the ability to work with a diverse population.
Working knowledge of MS Office applications is required.

Responsibilities

Represent the University to prospective students and the general public with the highest degree of professionalism through an array of outreach programs and recruitment activities.
Manage an individual travel schedule to engage and inform prospective students and their families, as well as develop positive educational partnerships and working relationships with high school and community college guidance counselors.
Identify, recruit, and contribute to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled under-represented students in designated high schools and regions.
Advise prospective students and family members about admission criteria, the financial assistance process and other critical factors in the college decision process.
Participate in a variety of projects and events related to student recruitment both on and off campus.
Review and assess applications and make university admission and scholarship recommendations.
Analyze current and historical admissions results and trends within the geographic territory and develop and implement strategies to surpass enrollment goals.
Utilize CRM Slate to maintain updated records and communication with students, parents and school counselors.