Admissions Counselor II

Texas A&M•Weslaco, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor II, under general supervision, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students. Serves as a mentor, coordinates travel schedules and assignments, and develops recruiting plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Knowledge of financial aid programs and federal regulations relating to student financial aid.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Organizational and interpersonal skills.
This position is security sensitive.
This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students.
Develops an effective plan for recruiting in the assigned area(s) and schools.
Coordinates with high school counselors to facilitate the applications process.
Tracks and follows up with targeted students and parents.
Advises prospective students about admission statuses, policies, and office programs.
Develops working relationships with TAMUS members, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction.
Disseminates admissions information.
Conducts on and off campus public speaking and maintains related records.
Works directly with applicants and their parents to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admissions denials.
Completed reports on programs/projects.
Proposes, organizes, plans and coordinate events including accommodations, itineraries, meals, speakers, and records.
Coordinates major office programs.
Serves on office committees.
Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Employee Tuition Assistance Program
Book scholarships
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8+ hours of vacation per month
8 hours of sick leave per month
8 hours of paid Birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays per year