Admissions Counselor

Florida Atlantic University • Boca Raton, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Admissions Counselor in Boca Raton, FL. This position plays a vital role in building strong partnerships with alumni, school counselors, and university stakeholders to drive enrollment. The Admissions Counselor is responsible for guiding prospective students and families through the admissions process, developing and implementing recruitment activities, and contributing to the University's overall enrollment goals.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.
• This position requires daily contact with students, faculty, staff, and the general public, which includes prospective student advising.
• Local, and regional travel is an integral part of this position.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, qualify for car rental, and valid Florida driver’s license are required.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and implementing recruitment activities for assigned counties in Florida, as well as other key recruitment markets nationwide.
• Work with regional alumni in cooperation with the Alumni and Admissions Offices to support the University's recruitment efforts.
• Partner and collaborate with staff and faculty in Student Affairs & Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs for recruitment, onboarding, and enrollment of new students.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and rapport with high school counselors and state college advisors.
• Counsel and advise prospective students, applicants, and family members about opportunities at Florida Atlantic University.
• Manage a recruitment territory, using data, data analytics tools, and university dashboards to drive decisions, and consider ROI in recruitment events, travel, and marketing efforts.
• Responsible and accountable for generating reports, informing, and meeting goals within their territory and providing input to admissions and student affairs leadership to inform the bigger enrollment picture.
• Provide In-person, phone, email, and text to communicate to potential students.
• Responsible for participating in high school visits, college nights/fairs, conducting presentations through multiple communication channels, and participating in call nights as scheduled throughout the recruiting cycle.
• Admissions Travel during the week, weekend, and nights is required.
• Responsible for representing the entire university to prospective students, families, and high school guidance counselors.
• Utilizes an understanding of university policies and procedures, a professional presence, and gives accurate information while abiding by the university and higher education best practices.
• Support all on-campus recruitment events such as Open Houses and other Divisional events.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees