Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Ad

Alvernia University • Reading, PA

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About The Position

As an admissions counselor, your role is to be a representative for the university, a resource to prospective and admitted students, and a guide through the admissions process. Admissions Counselors spend part of their year traveling to high schools in a specific territory to represent Alvernia and help interested students receive necessary information. In an assigned territory, you will read applications, make admission decisions, and cultivate relationships with prospective students and their families. This Admissions Counselor will also actively participate in college recruitment and yield events, including but not limited to individual tours, Information Sessions, Open Houses, Accepted Students Days, Scholarship Luncheon, Connection Days, New Student Orientation, and other recruitment events.

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Experience and working in higher education, the field of admissions, and student counseling are preferred (Master’s degree required for Assistant Director level).
• Strong communication skills in speaking, writing, and active listening.
• Managing time effectively, balancing various assignments at once, and remaining organized.
• Proficient in using the computer and utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge or skills in databases and software such as Technolutions Slate, PowerCampus, PowerFaids, Zoom, and Microsoft Office & Teams are preferred.
• Ability to analyze data, think critically and creatively, and meet university goals.
• Remain available to work during nights and weekends as required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Attendance is required to perform the duties of this job.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Driving long distances for high school visits and fairs.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.
• Build connections with prospective students through various means of communication, including email, phone, virtual meetings, on-campus events, and off-campus functions.
• Design and implement a travel schedule in a designated geographic territory to ensure successful recruitment from schools that will yield students likely to apply and attend Alvernia University.
• Review and make admission decisions on student applications and reach out when an admission decision or update has been made.
• Assist with on-campus admissions events for prospective students and be able to present information or speak publicly during events.
• Advise students and provide resources for financial aid, residence life, academics, student support services, athletics, student activities, or any other aspect of the university. This may include connecting them virtually or in person with those departments on campus.
• Ensure enrollment goals are being met.
• Make admissions acceptance packages for admitted students.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, especially financial aid and athletics.
• Be an asset to school counselors in college advising.
• Ability to take on projects and be creative.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
• Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
• Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
• Time Off & Flexibility: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year and the possibility of flexible or hybrid work options for many roles.
• Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
• On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees