Admissions Counselor (Project Management)
This position is responsible for meeting and maintaining high-level goals for enrollment as established by the Assistant Director of Admissions and Dean of Enrollment by recruiting high yield students. This is done through extensive travel (approximately 8-10 weeks outside of local region) to college/transfer fairs, high schools, churches and other constituents.
Responsibilities also include working with prospective students and directing all aspects of undergraduate recruitment for an assigned region. This position assists students through the entire admissions process including financial aid documentation and other important enrollment processes.
Qualifications:
Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.
Bachelor's degree in related field required
One or more years of student recruitment experience or sales experience preferred
Proven past success in recruitment of students or general sales and an understanding of excellent customer service
Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
Ability to use key technology tools such as CRM and SIS
Ability to lead a regional recruitment effort
Must be a self-starter, plus have the ability to train, assist, and motivate student staff toward their recruitment goals
General Expectations:
Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.
Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties
Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records. Properly use tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgment
Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures (for supervisory positions)
Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor
Essential Functions:
Meet and maintain high-level goals for enrollment established by the Dean of Enrollment
Promote Simpson University by traveling to college/transfer fairs, high schools, churches and building relationships with key accounts
Provide leadership, supervision, scheduling, and training to student staff as they maintain regular contact with prospective students
Meet daily, weekly, and monthly plans and means for achieving recruitment goals for each entering term developed in cooperation with the Dean of Enrollment
Assist in evaluating and improving current recruitment processes, procedures, and strategies
Coordinate financial aid advisement for new students in cooperation with Financial Aid Office
Participate in the planning and implementation of campus events, visit days and preview weekends
Maintain a current understanding of various recruitment information including, but not limited to financial aid procedures, transcript evaluation, registration processes, and the use of the CRM tool
Review and accept applicants under regular acceptance criteria
Provide excellent customer service experiences to prospective students and families
Related Responsibilities:
Ensure online and paper communication is accurate and up-to-date
Physical Requirements:
Job Title:
Admissions Counselor
Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)
Indoors on computer
Travel to various recruitment events in a variety of weather conditions
Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)
Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener
Automobile
Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)
Sitting for long periods of time using a computer
Driving, riding, or flying to various recruitment events
Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
N
R
O
F
C
N
R
O
F
C
Lifting/Carrying
Twisting/Turning
Under 10 lbs
X
Reach over shoulder
X
11-20 lbs
X
Reach over head
X
21-50 lbs
X
Reach outward
X
51-100 lbs
X
Climb
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Crawl
X
Kneel
X
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
X
Under 10 lbs
X
Sit
X
11-20 lbs
X
Walk-Normal Surfaces
X
21-50 lbs
X
Walk-Uneven Surfaces
X
51-100 lbs
X
Walk-Slippery Surfaces
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Stand
X
Bend
X
Driving
Automatic Trans
X
Standard Trans
X
Other
Keyboard/Ten Key
X
Fingering (fine dexterity)
X
Handling (grasping, holding)
X
Repetitive Motion - Hands
X
Repetitive Motion - Feet
X
Salary Range: $20-23 hourly
