Admissions Counselor

Universities of Wisconsin • Menomonie, WI

32d • 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