Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

George Fox University•Newberg, OR

11h•Onsite

About The Position

George Fox University's highly successful Undergraduate Admissions Team is looking for a credible and goal-oriented person to serve as an Undergraduate Admissions Counselor. About the Job: As the primary contact for prospective students, admissions counselors must understand and be able to clearly communicate the value of a George Fox education. This person should be detailed and flexible, able to handle many things at once while maintaining a high level of accuracy and a positive attitude. In our collaborative environment, the ideal candidate will be able to contribute to all aspects of the admissions process with creative and strategic ideas and a willingness to step in and do anything necessary for prospective students to experience the Be Known promise. Above all else, an Undergraduate Admissions Counselor must value the formative experience that comes from a George Fox education, and, by words and example, be able to clearly communicate this in order to compel students to join George Fox University. George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented among our faculty and administration.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
A high level of initiative, motivation, and attention to detail to work in a goal-oriented environment.
The ability, willingness, and availability to travel, including by car and airplane and must have a valid Oregon driver license.
A commitment to issues of ethnic and gender diversity and the ability to speak to changing demographics in the country and the effect it has on the recruitment of students.
The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.
Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity .
A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Nice To Haves

Previous admission/marketing experience.
Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Effectively communicating why George Fox is the Christian university of choice and delivering the "Be Known" promise to prospective transfer and first year students and families through interpersonal interactions, digital communications, virtual and in-person presentations, campus tours, one on one meetings, and phone calls. (25%)
Developing and implementing student recruitment strategies and executing financial aid strategies for assigned geographic territories and transfer students to meet department enrollment goals. (25%)
Effectively managing student interaction and admissions data. (15%)
Traveling as a GFU representative for approximately six weeks annually to manage assigned territory, participating in college fairs, visiting schools and meeting with students and their families. (15%)
Supervising at least one part-time student intern. (10%)
Reviewing applications and evaluating students for admissibility. (10%)
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
Other duties as assigned.