Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Tiffin University • Tiffin, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Undergraduate Admissions Counselor is responsible for recruiting and assisting in attracting and selecting a qualified and diverse undergraduate student who meets Tiffin University’s enrollment and academic needs. The position entails an eight-to twelve-week travel season, frequent phone, virtual, written, and e-mail correspondence, and evaluation of applicant files. A willingness to work weekends and evenings is also required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience directly related to student services.
• Experience working in education.
• Knowledge of student recruitment, college admissions, and Tiffin University.
• Experience in Slate or other CRM technology.
• Excellent presentation abilities, oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in program planning.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license.
• Willing and able to travel and work some weekends/evenings.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and assist in attracting, selecting, and supporting a qualified and diverse undergraduate student population aligned with Tiffin University’s enrollment and academic goals, while promoting the values of equity and inclusion.
• Monitor the health of the recruitment funnel for the assigned student population.
• Deploy strategic communication tactics to move students through the various stages of enrollment, from prospect, inquiry, applicant, admit, and deposit.
• Accountable for contributing to the overall enrollment goals of the Undergraduate Admissions department.
• Evaluate application files and recommend admission decisions.
• Travel to high schools or set up virtual visits in assigned recruitment areas.
• Travel to attend college day/night programs or attend virtual events within the assigned recruitment area.
• Conduct oral presentations on and off campus.
• Tele-counseling.
• Maintain effective interpersonal and departmental communication.
• Exhibit skills and attitudes that reflect good customer service.
• Engage in professional development activities to stay current on best practices, trends, and policies related to college admissions and enrollment management.
• Correspond and counsel prospective students and families about admission, financial aid, academic programs, extracurricular programs, and student life at Tiffin University.
• Counseling about general college planning is also necessary.
• Assist in planning and executing recruitment events such as open houses, campus tours, admitted student days, and virtual info sessions to increase engagement and yield.
• Conduct virtual, on-campus personal visits and group presentations for prospective students and their guests.
• Assist in developing and implementing emerging electronic communication strategies while also determining how they should impact admission counseling efforts.
• Assist in the training of tour guides and student employees when necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with annual employer incentive contribution & Flex Spending Account
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.
• Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level