Admissions Counselor

Thomas More University•Crestview Hills, KY

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor is a member of Thomas More University’s Undergraduate Admissions Enrollment Team and is responsible for recruitment and enrollment activities for high school students in an assigned territory. The counselor implements recruitment strategies, builds relationships with prospective students and their families, and provides information about admissions, transfer guidelines, financial aid, scholarships, and student life. The role also supports the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry, reports, queries, communication flows, and events in Technolutions Slate. The position requires moderate travel within a designated region and compliance with university, NCAA, and Great Midwest Conference rules and policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Excellent written, oral, and listening skills.
Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Communication and marketing skills.
Commitment to shared leadership and cross-functional teamwork.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong decision-making skills and self-assurance.
Ability to manage data and build queries in CRM software.

Nice To Haves

Experience in recruitment, communications or marketing, and higher education.

Responsibilities

Manage a recruitment territory and contribute to the University’s enrollment goals.
Implement recruitment strategies in the assigned territory, including high school and/or community college visits, college fairs, area receptions, and events.
Work with students, parents, and alumni organizations that assist with student recruitment.
Provide admissions presentations to visitors during campus tours and at on- and off-campus events.
Advise students and families on admission requirements, transfer guidelines, financial aid, scholarships, residence life, and related topics.
Follow up with students and parents by phone, letters, email, text, and scheduled appointments.
Review admission applications, evaluate credentials, and make admission decisions.
Complete routine reports concerning recruitment, projections, personal schedules, travel, special programs, and professional development.
Support the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry, reports, queries, communication flows, and events in Technolutions Slate.
Follow University policies and procedures regarding travel and procurement.
Initiate, plan, and execute special projects aligned with the goals and objectives of the office.
Comply with NCAA, Great Midwest Conference, and University rules and regulations.