Admission Counselor for Graduate Studies

Admission Counselor for Graduate Studies

Carroll University

Location: 100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
Job Category: Admissions
Industry: Higher Education
Employee Type: Administrative Staff
Required Degree: 4 Year Degree
Travel: 10%
Manage Others: No

Description
At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

This position of Admission Counselor is an integral part of Carroll University's enrollment staff, which requires an enthusiastic, high-energy individual, who is determined to see that the college's enrollment goals are met successfully. The individual must be committed to personal attention, follow-up, and adept at matching prospective students' needs with Carroll offerings.

Responsibilities:

• Meets targeted enrollment goals thought the establishment of effective recruitment strategies and relationship management.
• Proactively and professionally, manage prospective students throughout the enrollment process. Ensures that admitted students are aware of next steps involved in matriculation and enrollment.
• Manages recruitment initiatives to represent Carroll at external recruitment events; internally for the undergraduate community and within professional communities to educate individuals about graduate opportunities at Carroll University.
• Assist with graduate program marketing efforts (social media, web marketing, print materials, website updates etc) and provide insight in program specific communication planning.
• Perform consumer based counseling with students to show them how Carroll University can meet their needs.
• Prepare application credentials for assigned graduate programs, make admission decisions in coordination with the program directors (as applicable).
• Counsel applicants on the financial aid process, the college's financial aid philosophy, and financing options for graduate students.
• Participate in Open House and other Admission Office events.
• Meets targeted enrollment goals through the establishment of effective recruitment strategies and relationship management.
• Conduct on-campus interviews with prospective students.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in sales/recruiting preferred
• Previous experience in private higher education undergraduate admission preferred

Technology Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to use University software to create & maintain student admissions records

Human Relations Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Client focused sense of urgency and responsiveness.
• Ability to listen effectively, work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sensitivity to the needs of students
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's plan
• This position requires weekend and/or evening hours
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Compliance:

• Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at the Department of Public Safety, at 208 Wright St., Waukesha, WI 53186.

Requirements
Please submit a cover letter and resume for this position along with this electronic application.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

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