Admissions Counselor

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Admissions Counselor. This position is responsible for developing and implementing recruitment strategies, managing recruitment territories, and building strong relationships with prospective students, families, high school counselors, and community partners.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, qualify for car rental, and valid Florida driver’s license are required.

Nice To Haves

Local, and regional travel is an integral part of this position.
This position requires daily contact with students, faculty, staff, and the general public, which includes prospective student advising.

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing recruitment activities for assigned counties in Florida, as well as other key recruitment markets nationwide.
Working with regional alumni in cooperation with the Alumni and Admissions Offices to support the University's recruitment efforts.
Partnering and collaborating with staff and faculty in Student Affairs & Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs for recruitment, onboarding, and enrollment of new students.
Establishing and maintaining effective communication and rapport with high school counselors and state college advisors.
Counseling and advising prospective students, applicants, and family members about opportunities at Florida Atlantic University.
Managing a recruitment territory, using data, data analytics tools, and university dashboards to drive decisions, and considering ROI in recruitment events, travel, and marketing efforts.
Generating reports, informing, and meeting goals within their territory and providing input to admissions and student affairs leadership to inform the bigger enrollment picture.
Providing in-person, phone, email, and text communication to potential students.
Participating in high school visits, college nights/fairs, conducting presentations through multiple communication channels, and participating in call nights as scheduled throughout the recruiting cycle.
Representing the entire university to prospective students, families, and high school guidance counselors.
Utilizing an understanding of university policies and procedures, a professional presence, and giving accurate information while abiding by the university and higher education best practices.
Supporting all on-campus recruitment events such as Open Houses and other Divisional events.
Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.
For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).