Admissions Counselor

Thomas More University•Crestview Hills, KY

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor is a member of Thomas More University’s Undergraduate Admissions Enrollment Team and is responsible for planning and implementing recruitment and enrollment activities for high school students in assigned territories. The role supports the University’s enrollment goals through territory-based recruitment, student and family advising, application review, and admissions decisions. It also assists the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry, reports, queries, communication flows, and events in Technolutions Slate. The position requires moderate travel within a designated region and compliance with University travel, procurement, NCAA, Great Midwest Conference, and University rules and regulations. Thomas More University is guided by the Characteristics of a Saint: Hospitality, Humility, Service, and Stewardship. These values shape its culture and commitment to educating individuals who lead lives of purpose, integrity, and service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid driver’s license.
Excellent written, oral, and listening skills.
Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Communication and marketing skills.
Commitment to shared leadership and working in cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Strong decision-making skills and self-assurance.
Ability to manage data and build queries in CRM software.

Nice To Haves

Experience in recruitment, communications or marketing, and higher education.

Responsibilities

Manage a recruitment territory as part of the Enrollment Team to help achieve University enrollment goals.
Implement recruitment strategies in the assigned territory, including high school and/or community college visits, college fairs, area receptions, and events.
Work with students, parents, and alumni organizations that assist with student recruitment.
Give admissions presentations to visitors during campus tours and at on-campus and off-campus events.
Advise students and families on admission requirements, transfer guidelines, financial aid and scholarships, residence life, and related topics.
Follow up with students and parents by phone, letters, email, text, and scheduled appointments in the assigned territory.
Review admission applications, evaluate credentials, and make admission decisions.
Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedules, travel, special programs, and professional development.
Support the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry, reports, queries, communication flows, and events in Technolutions Slate CRM.
Follow University policies and procedures regarding travel and procurement.
Initiate, plan, and execute special projects aligned with the goals and objectives of the office.
Comply with NCAA, Great Midwest Conference, and University rules and regulations.