NMCC- Admissions Counselor

MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM•Presque Isle, ME

1d•$40,439 - $52,764•Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor supports the Director of Admissions in a variety of student recruitment and enrollment activities designed to promote student success and college enrollment. Responsibilities include conducting campus tours, attending college fairs, interviewing prospective students, reviewing admissions materials, assisting with applicant testing, maintaining accurate data entry, and communicating with prospective and admitted students through letters, phone calls, email, and other outreach efforts. The position also coordinates adult and part-time admissions to credit programs, conducts virtual recruitment activities, visits high schools, agencies, employers, and home sites, and assists in the development and implementation of the College’s marketing and recruitment strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Prior experience in Admissions or closely related field
Valid Driver’s License
Current US Passport
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in both large group presentations and one-on-one settings
Knowledge of computerized student information systems and campus technology, particularly as they relate to admissions, recruitment, and presentations
Familiarity with college policies and procedures related to curriculum, financial aid, housing, budgeting, billing/purchasing, and facility usage
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies affecting college students, including FERPA, ADA, and SEVIS
Ability to travel independently to remote locations
Ability to provide and follow directions accurately
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to solve unexpected problems effectively
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Conducting campus tours
Attending college fairs
Interviewing prospective students
Reviewing admissions materials
Assisting with applicant testing
Maintaining accurate data entry
Communicating with prospective and admitted students through letters, phone calls, email, and other outreach efforts
Coordinating adult and part-time admissions to credit programs
Conducting virtual recruitment activities
Visiting high schools, agencies, employers, and home sites
Assisting in the development and implementation of the College’s marketing and recruitment strategies