Admissions Counselor

Eureka College•Eureka, CA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Admissions Counselor serves as a primary student recruiter and represents the College both on and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process. Their goal is to identify students most likely to be successful and graduate from Eureka College, to enroll and retain students through graduation, and to assist students and parents through the admissions process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
Prior work in an educational institution or sales-based organization. (internships and work-study are acceptable)
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Strong presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
Ability to achieve enrollment goals using initiative and self-motivation.
Knowledge of operating standard office equipment and computer systems
Ability to develop proficient knowledge of Eureka College (including, but not limited to academics, campus life, and personnel.)
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Admissions Counselor in an educational setting

Responsibilities

Implement an effective recruiting and enrollment plan for the assigned territory.
Communicate with prospective and admitted students through verbal and written communication (social media, phone calls, emails, texts, postcards, letters, etc.).
Develop, coordinate and provide educational sessions on the admissions process and Eureka College for high schools and/or other secondary education audiences.
Plan and implement travel schedule to reach the target audiences in the assigned territory.
Develop, and maintain relationships with high school counselors to identify prospective audiences and students.
Interpret prospective students’ education materials and counsel on potential path in secondary education as appropriate, ie; grade-point averages in relationship to college acceptance.
Create presentations with the office of financial aid to explain financial aid processes and awards along with college scholarships & aid to students/parents.
Maintain knowledge of current financial aid policies and procedures for Federal, State and Institutional aid including an understanding of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Evaluate credentials of students’ applications for admission and use professional judgment to determine eligibility.
Review questionable applications with Assistant/Associate Dean of Admissions.
Enter all data in appropriate student information system and/or CRM.
Work collaboratively with other admissions staff to plan, organize, and conduct on-campus events and educational sessions.
Work with faculty, coaches, and other college staff in recruitment efforts.