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Admissions Counselor
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Position Description
Posting Number 201201428P
Position Title Admissions Counselor
Department Enrollment Management: Admissions
Position Summary Responsible for recruitment of students from targeted areas and populations, including advising them on every aspect of the admissions process as well as information regarding the University. Represents University through on and off campus presentations to prospective students, their families, and guidance professionals. Assists the admissions team in meeting goals and expectations.
Education/Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license with good driving record: must be insurable.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability
Excellent writing skills are necessary to create reports, business
correspondence, marketing brochures and publications. Must be able to
read, analyze and interpret professional journals, and/or governmental
regulations.
Ability to effectively present information and respond directly to
questions asked by students, their parents and the general public in a
group setting and/or on a one-to-one basis.
Math aptitude is required to calculate mathematical problems such as
discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. • Excellent leadership
and supervisory skills
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills • Ability to maintain
confidentiality of information
Proficiency in MS Office Suite • Knowledge of Colleague and Slate or
experience working in a relational database, CRM preferred.
Knowledge of social media platforms, preferred includes Facebook, Twitter,
and Instagram.
To properly handle and reasonably control any situation which may arise.
Interpret a variety of instructions as given whether in written, oral,
diagram, of schedule form.
Ability to travel.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Physical Requirements Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires physical abilities consistent with a busy office environment on a university campus. Requires ability to speak for extended periods of time, lift/move boxes of University promotional materials up to 40 pounds, and drive to off-campus locations for recruitment activities. Daily work with computers, monitors, copy machines and other office equipment.
Essential Functions
Recruit prospective students in assigned territory: o Maintain a current
knowledge of application requirements and admission criteria o Work with
students and high schools within assigned geographic territory o Assist
with development and implementation of recruitment strategies for students
from backgrounds underrepresented at Stevenson
o Visit high schools and conduct presentations about Stevenson University,
attend college fairs, and schedule interviews in assigned territory o
Coordinate all special events (i.e. admitted student receptions) within
assigned territory
o Meet or exceed established goals set for assigned territory
Counsel and advise students and their parents on every aspect of the
admissions process including application requirements, deadlines, academic
programs, activities and criteria for scholarships and financial aid.
Develop relationships with high school- contacts to foster continued
dialogue regarding Stevenson's offerings, as well as answer questions
about enrollment and benefits of the University
Assist the admissions team in meeting annual goals and expectations
Understand and maintain current knowledge of the university's academic
programs, activities, scholarships, etc.
Maintain a working knowledge of the computer system and programs used by
the admissions staff, including Colleague and Slate, Microsoft Office,
etc.
Present admissions information sessions for prospective students and their
families, conduct on- and off- campus interviews with prospective students
Review assigned student applications for admission, verify and evaluate
credentials, and recommend acceptance decisions based on institutional
guidelines. Provide assessments of student ability as a member of the
Admissions Committee.
Create, post, monitor, and update content on a variety of university
social media platforms (including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) to
allow prospective students to receive accurate information in the setting
of their choice.
Responsible to work occasional evenings and Saturdays throughout the year
Assist with planning and execution of numerous Open House and recruitment
events, both on- and off-campus.
Work with academic departments in identifying information necessary to the
recruitment of students for their individual programs.
Attend training workshops and conferences as a representative of the
University, as well as for professional development.
Maintain current information on admission guidelines and regulations, as
well as current trends and issues within the profession.
Reports To Associate Director, Admissions
Quick Link for Posting https: // stevenson.peopleadmin.com/postings/10485
Posting Information
Number of Available Positions 1
Work Location Owings Mills
Position Category Staff
Position Type Full-Time
Months/Year 12
Hrs/Week 40
Hrs/Year 2080
If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date
Ending Date
FLSA Non-Exempt
Payroll Biweekly
Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $18.75-$19.23 hourly ($39,000-$40,000 annualized)
Benefits https: // www. stevenson.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants
Posting Date 06/24/2025
Closing Date/Application Deadline
Open Until Filled No
EEO Statement EOE/AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have experience in an Admissions Office at a College or University as either a student employee or a professional?
Yes, I have more than two years of experience
Yes, I have less than two years of experience
No, I do not have any experience in an Admissions office.
Are you able to work occasional evenings and weekends?
Yes
No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
