Undergraduate Freshman Admissions Counselor

Florida Gulf Coast University•Lexington, MA

About The Position

The Undergraduate Freshman Admissions Counselor supports the university’s undergraduate enrollment efforts by providing admissions information to prospective and newly admitted students. The role contributes to communications materials and represents the university at offsite locations, freshman fairs, feeder high schools, and community events. The successful candidate is expected to promote curiosity, commitment, collaboration, innovation, accountability, and mutual respect.

Requirements

Four years of directly related full-time experience or, alternatively, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
Experience in student recruitment, admissions, or a related field.
Ability to travel throughout the state of Florida.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and approach challenges creatively.
Reliability, goal attainment, and personal accountability.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the position.
Ability to organize resources, establish priorities, and complete assignments within deadlines.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
Ability to understand, interpret, apply, and explain applicable policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team.
Ability to interact professionally with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, public relations, communication, or public speaking.
Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or English/Creole.
Experience using admissions CRM technology.

Responsibilities

Coordinate recruitment activities for an assigned region and/or feeder high schools.
Interact with prospective students, families, and the general public.
Represent FGCU at community events to recruit students.
Conduct information sessions before in-person campus tours; attend college fairs and participate in on-campus recruiting and yield events.
Review freshman applications and make recommendations on admissions decisions.
Provide creative support in developing recruitment marketing materials and communications, including letters, brochures, website postings, email, and social media.
Develop relationships with feeder high schools, community organizations, and other recruitment sources.
Maintain accurate records of recruitment and yield activities; compile and report on recruitment initiatives and data.
Monitor application progress and audit student records for accurate completion of application materials.
Review progress, evaluate results, implement new processes, and promote best practices.
Assist with implementing articulation agreements with partner universities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.