Admission Counselor

Scripps College•Claremont, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Associate Director of Admission, the Admission Counselor assists with admission recruitment, outreach, and application review. This position is campus-based.

Requirements

Ability to independently perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
Exceptional public speaking and written communication skills, including editorial and proofreading skills.
Excellent computer skills with proficiency/expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, email, and internet research; experience with databases/CRMs preferred.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to foster a collaborative and cooperative work environment.
Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment at all times.
Ability to manage confidential information on application review or other admission initiatives.
Willingness to see tasks to completion, sometimes necessitating working longer than normal hours or on weekends.
Ability to travel.
Understanding of the mission of a liberal arts college.
Must have the ability to safely drive as needed; the candidate’s DMV record must meet the College’s automobile liability insurance company's requirements.

Nice To Haves

Cover letters are required to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

Represent the College both on and off-campus to prospective students, families, secondary school counselors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process.
Plan and implement recruitment activities for assigned high schools and territories, including up to 7 weeks of travel.
Advise prospective applicants on the admission process and opportunities at Scripps College through virtual and in-person information sessions, virtual and in-person interviews, webinars, college fairs, high school visits, phone calls, and emails.
Review on average 600 applications submitted by applicants for admission decisions and participate in admission committees.
Contribute to and support the success of various on-campus and virtual programs designed to recruit prospective students by collaborating with a wide variety of departments and offices.
Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties.