Admissions Counselor

University of Wisconsin Stout • Menomonie, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Position Description This internal search is only available to current employees of the University of Wisconsin-Stout. 1. Position Summary Statement: The Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator II, with the working title of Admissions Counselor, will report to the Senior Admissions Counselor. This position plays a very important role in the recruitment and outreach activities of the Admissions Office. Our goal is to increase the number of applicants to the University and enroll a talented and diverse student body. This staff member will recruit within a specified territory and meet with prospective students and their families, high school counselors and various groups on and off campus to promote the opportunities offered at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. A significant part of the recruitment process will be establishing and nurturing relationships that can serve as a conduit for students to learn about UW-Stout. This staff member will collaborate with other Admissions Office staff members to coordinate recruitment activities. This position is a 12-month annual role. The new team member’s office location will be within the Admissions Office located in Menomonie, Wisconsin but duties will include travel at least 50% of the time. The candidate must be able to travel throughout the region and be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (degree must be posted by hire date)
• At least one-year post-college professional experience.
• Previous experience in admissions, sales, recruiting or other related fields.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Ability to present information effectively to large and small groups.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of UW-Stout gained through experience as a student, stakeholder, or employee.
• Strong organizational and event planning skills.
• Ability to be adaptable and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Understanding of multiple computer technologies (such as Peoplesoft, ImageNow, Microsoft Office, Salesforce).
• Ability to speak fluently in a second language.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment of Prospective Students (70%) Coordinate and implement a personalized recruitment program involving high school visits, phone calls, correspondence, and campus visits.
• Assist in the development and utilization of recruitment via technology.
• Follow up with applicants to encourage the submission of all required application materials, deposits, and completion of enrollment steps.
• Present admissions information to small and/or large groups of prospective students/families/supporters in a variety of settings.
• Coordinate monthly campus visits for prospective students to UW-Stout. Participate in open house and other visit options.
• Participate in campus visitation programs Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, standardized tests, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, residence life, etc.
• Be familiar with the academic programs of the University and other opportunities available.
• Meet with prospective students and their families/supporters in a variety of settings.
• Represent UW-Stout during high school visits, at college fairs, college night programs, and other events in the assigned area. Travel is required.
• Recruitment Development (20%) Participate in the development and implementation of the admissions recruitment plan.
• Develop and implement strategies to establish relationships with organizations, groups, and individuals that can influence prospective students.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to identify prospective students and encourage them to apply for admission.
• Admissions Office Processing Duties (10%) Assist with electronic transcripts, proofing letters, and mail correspondence.
• Keep the Director/Assistant Directors of Admissions advised on workflow and any problems.
• Be knowledgeable about other positions in the Admissions Office.
• Assist when problems arise, or workloads become too heavy. Also, assist with workloads when unexpected illness occurs among other staff members.
• Perform tasks assigned by the Director/Assistant Director of Admissions.
• Participate in professional development opportunities in consultation with the Director/Assistant Director of Admissions.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and other university meetings assigned by the supervisor.
• Participate and support select Admissions related activities.
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution
• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
• May supervise staff and/or lead a program area
• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
• Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures
• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
• Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events

Benefits

• The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
• Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees