Admissions Counselor - Southern Regional, Office of Admissions

Fort Hays State University•Hays, KS

1d•Remote

About The Position

Fort Hays State University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit prospective on-campus undergraduate students in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Texas and support the University's enrollment goals. This full-time, 12-month position is based from home, with flexibility for the selected candidate to be located in South-Central Kansas or Oklahoma. The counselor manages a recruitment territory, travel schedules, outreach strategies, and relationships with high school and community college personnel. The role also involves communicating with prospective students and other constituents through multiple channels, presenting university information to diverse groups, and supporting digital recruitment efforts. Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work are required. The employee must maintain a safe, distraction-free home workspace that protects confidential records and has secure high-speed internet. A university cell phone, laptop, and office supplies will be provided.

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.
Passion for higher education and ability to deliver presentations with enthusiasm and creativity.
Ability to travel extensively overnight and work some evenings and weekends.
Ability to travel by car and/or plane for at least four weeks per semester.
Ability to maintain a confidential, distraction-free home work environment with secure high-speed internet.
Ability to use a mobile phone, social media, and computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or six years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Dynamic written, presentation, 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 and manage prospective students in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Texas by representing Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs, and other events.
Manage the recruitment territory, prioritize outreach and presentations, and provide weekly and monthly reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions.
Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel to maintain communication during the college decision-making process.
Serve as the lead recruiter delivering FHSU information to entities in the assigned recruitment region.
Assist with and monitor daily digital recruitment efforts.
Support the marketing coordinator as a counselor lead for digital workflows, content creation, and student communication.
Travel by car and/or plane for at least four weeks per semester, including travel in Oklahoma and Texas, with focus areas including the Oklahoma City, Dallas, and Amarillo metro areas.
Collaborate with admissions administrative staff on digital recruitment strategies and support.
Follow up with student prospects by phone, email, and other personal communication channels to help them move from inquiry to enrollment.
Assist in developing and distributing communications to prospective students and families.
Maintain knowledge of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, and student housing.
Manage budgets for travel and recruitment expenditures.
Maintain a safe, distraction-free home working environment conducive to protecting confidential records, with secure high-speed internet access.
Use a mobile phone, social media, and various computer applications.
Contribute positively to the admissions team and the University's enrollment goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.