Admissions Counselor

UnityPoint Health•Waterloo, IA

About The Position

Admissions Counselor reports to the Associate Director of Admissions. This team member is responsible for promoting Allen College and recruiting students by connecting with prospective students through activities such as visiting high schools and college events, attending career fairs, arranging and leading campus tours, and initiating events to attract students to attend Allen College; assisting prospective students with the application process including advising them on pre-requisite coursework and admission requirements and following-up with prospective students regarding missing information or discrepancies; and working with the creative team to develop informational and marketing materials such as brochures/flyers and social media interactions. In compliance with the Clery Act, Allen College publishes an Annual Security report containing three previous years of crime statistics, institutional policies concerning campus safety, and a fire safety report. The report is available at ASR Report 2025 . A paper copy is available upon request. Allen College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allen College was recognized by ModernThink ® and The Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For in 2025. Allen College was given Honor Roll status and received recognition in several categories including job satisfaction and support; compensation and benefits; supervisor/department chair effectiveness; confidence in senior leadership; faculty and staff well-being; shared governance; mission and pride, and faculty experience. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program . Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family . With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Requirements

Associate degree or two years of relevant experience.
Ability to prioritize work and function under specific instructions.
Effective communication skills and the ability to interact with others.
Able to manage large volumes of work with attention to accuracy and detail; able to work with interruptions and meet deadlines.
Ability to schedule, meet and maintain routines and deadlines and maintain integrity of records.
Ability to anticipate problems and bring forth solutions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Preference given to those with experience in a college environment, recruitment, sales, or marketing.

Responsibilities

Advises prospective students on admission requirements and processes.
Reviews admission applications and inquiries.
Travels to career fairs and other recruitment opportunities as determined by the recruitment and marketing plan.
Serves as the primary contact and advisor for the admissions process with nursing and health sciences prospective students.
Communicates with high school counselors and community colleges regarding programs and admissions requirements.
Provides input for the recruitment and marketing plan with the admissions team.
Works with the creative team to develop informational and marketing materials.
Professional development – keeps updated on all state and federal regulations.
Develops policies and procedures.
Acts as student advocate.
Coordinates college visit days and tours.
Coordinates student orientations.
Coordinates “Day in the Life” events.
Coordinates and assists with official College functions and activities such as graduation events and other events.
Register for and organize all off campus recruiting events.
Continues professional growth.
Serves on College and Health System committees.
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health FOCUS Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Demonstrates commitment to the mission and goals of the College and to Allen College’s core values.
Works effectively with the daily mental and physical stresses of the job which includes, but not limited to meeting deadlines, attending meetings, completing compliance requirements, and meeting and collaborating with staff, faculty, students, and the public.
Performs other duties as assigned.