Admissions Counselor, Office of Admissions

Fort Hays State University•Hays, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Fort Hays State University is seeking an Admissions Counselor in its Department of Admissions. Based in Hays, Kansas, the counselor manages a specific recruitment territory and supports the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus undergraduate students. The role involves planning travel, implementing recruitment strategies, and building relationships with high school and community college personnel, prospective students, families, and other constituents through various forms of communication. The counselor must relate effectively to diverse student populations and their families and bring enthusiasm and creativity to the work. Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work are required. This is an on-campus position at the Fort Hays State University campus in Hays, Kansas. The successful candidate represents the University throughout the admissions process, provides information and responds to inquiries, and works with colleagues to develop recruitment strategies and programs. The position requires knowledge of admissions processes and related student services, including financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration, and housing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or four years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to relate to diverse student populations and their family members.
High level of enthusiasm and creativity.
Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work are required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or six years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of FHSU academic programs and support services.
Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs.
Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups.

Responsibilities

Recruit prospective students by representing Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs, and other events.
Manage a personal recruitment territory, prioritize outreach efforts, and provide weekly reports to the Director of Admissions.
Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel and other constituents involved in college decision-making.
Serve as the primary liaison for delivering FHSU information to entities in the assigned recruitment region.
Follow up with prospective students throughout the admissions cycle, from application through enrollment.
Prepare reports and proposals and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
Assist with developing and distributing communications to prospective students and families.
Maintain knowledge of admissions processes for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, and student housing.
Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
Develop, implement, and evaluate on-campus and off-campus recruitment programs and events.
Perform other duties as assigned.