Admissions Counselor II

Kilgore College • Kilgore, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the office of admissions team, this position helps develop, implement, and is directly involved in an aggressive, comprehensive enrollment program. This position manages records specific to the admissions and registration processes, and assists the overall student recruitment efforts of KC by serving at college day/night programs, guiding tours, making presentations, and supporting other modes of KC outreach. This position also serves as a primary liaison to high school counselors and offers guidance to prospective students and families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and data entry required.
• This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• The ability to multi-task and manage time effectively is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of full-time public relations, public speaking, customer service, admissions, or recruitment experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the Jenzabar EX student information system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regular attendance of a full-time work day
• Represents KC at College Day/Night programs
• Schedules and conduct regular visits KC service area schools
• Assists with the recruitment and retention of students
• Directs targeted outreach to underrepresented populations
• Serves as staff sponsor to Ranger Ambassadors
• Coordinates campus tours
• Trains and manages Junior Admissions Counselors
• Management of visitor center/general information desk
• Coordinates Operation Application and other enrollment initiatives
• Maintains reports, data, and statistics related to specific assignments and tasks
• Write, run, and distribute office and campus specific reports as needed
• Manages additional prospective student outreach to adult learners, veterans, and minority populations and junior high/middle/elementary schools
• Assists student success from recruitment through to graduation
• Contributes to data accuracy and integrity
• Provides general information about KC in both oral and written formats.
• Represent KC in a cordial, professional manner in both action and appearance
• Assists students, faculty, and staff with specific records questions
• Contribute to the overall welcoming environment of KC
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities.
• Full Time employees are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.
• Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level