Senior Enrollment Counselor

Bethel University•Saint Paul, MN

10d•$43,000 - $47,000•Onsite

About The Position

In this role you act as a dedicated relationship-builder and a vital operational liaison, by taking ownership of the full enrollment lifecycle. You'll get to focus on proactive recruitment by identifying, and cultivating prospects through one-on-one meetings and recruitment events both on and off campus. as a counselor, you'll guide applicants through the admissions pipeline, partnering closely with academic departments to streamline workflows, and serving as the primary advocate for students from all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. As an Enrollment Counselor. In this role, you will do more than just manage student applications; you will play a vital part in Bethel’s mission to educate and equip students in a Christ-centered community. As a member of our staff, you serve as a minister of the gospel by building meaningful relationships with new and prospective students, guiding them through a pivotal season of life, and welcoming them into a supportive environment where they can grow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
1+ year of experience working in admissions at a private university or related experience.
Must be a proven self-starter.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be detail-oriented.
Must have effective oral and written communication skills.
Must know how to use the appropriate communication tools used in the recruitment process — phone, email, chats, text messaging.
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple duties.
Must be able to handle sensitive, confidential information in a professional manner.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Must have an aptitude for workplace technology.
Working knowledge of a CRM technology.
Ability to work with students of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, assisting them with the admissions process.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
2+ years of experience working in admissions at a private university or related experience.

Responsibilities

Reaches out to and develops relationships with new and prospective students.
Holds one-on-one meetings with each prospective student.
Attends on and off-campus recruitment events.
Facilitates the application process for students in assigned programs.
Partners with departments to improve the admissions process and understand program requirements.
Serves as the liaison between prospective students and the departments.
Attends the department meetings of assigned departments.
Attends and contributes to professional development opportunities.
Assists the Lead Enrollment Counselors in onboarding new employees.
Leads trainings for the Enrollment Department.