Admissions Counselor

BridgeValley CTC • South Charleston, WV

10d

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor supports all aspects of the admissions process, student recruiting, and new student orientation. The role travels primarily within the four-county service region of Kanawha, Fayette, Putnam, and Clay counties to visit high schools and attend college fairs, providing information to prospective students to encourage applications. The counselor also assists with recruitment efforts and public relations campaigns, handles recruitment paperwork and travel arrangements, reviews and processes applicant files, and ensures files are complete.

The position serves as a liaison among the Admissions Office, academic departments, and public school counselors; assists with developing and evaluating recruitment strategies; and contributes to marketing efforts and data reporting. It requires strong human relations skills to build effective relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community members, as well as flexibility in prioritizing and organizing work. This is a non-exempt, hourly position. The actual offer will be commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Two years of experience in college student services.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• High motivation and ability to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within the admissions team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technology.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Complete the application; employment is subject to satisfactory background-check results. Copies of transcripts may be submitted, but originals must be available prior to hire.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor candidates requiring a visa.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Banner Student Data System.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with high school personnel and other relevant organizations; attend college fairs and visit high schools.
• Plan and execute recruitment activities, including college fairs, public school college days, and open house events; conduct group presentations and campus tours.
• Counsel prospective students and parents about the admissions process and provide follow-up correspondence through meetings, email, phone, and mail.
• Complete paperwork for recruitment trips, manage travel arrangements, review and process applicant files, and ensure file completeness.
• Serve as a liaison between the Admissions Office, academic departments, and public school counselors; assist in developing and evaluating recruitment plans.
• Compose and design admissions correspondence and recruitment materials; assist with data collection and reporting.
• Stay updated on application and admission requirements.
• Assist in planning and preparing new student orientations and participate in office recruitment activities.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level