Job Code: 83096
FLSA Status: This position is typically exempt.
Prepared By: NAU Human Resources Department
Revision Date: 4-1-04
SUMMARY:
This position serves as a member of the Admissions Team in the department of Undergraduate Admissions. This position is primarily responsible for recruiting students to achieve enrollment goals.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
An admissions counselor reports to the Associate Director in Undergraduate Admissions. An admissions counselor differs from a student recruitment/retention specialist senior in scope of responsibilities. An admissions counselor is responsible for handling on-campus recruiting and also has responsibilities for an entire recruitment territory.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITIES:
The following are examples of typical duties. Other duties may be assigned. Essential duties should be identified on a more specific working job description.
- Serves as a member of the Admissions Team managing a recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment goals for the university.
- Implement recruitment strategies as outlined in the admissions plan in the assigned territory to include high school and/or community college visits, attends college fairs, area receptions, and events.
- Initiates, plans, and executes special projects in conjunction with the goals and objectives of the office.
- Works with students, parents and/or alumni organizations that assist with the recruitment of students.
- Provides admission presentations to visitors during campus daily tours and at on campus and off-campus events.
- Advises students and families of admission requirements, transfer guidelines, financial aid and scholarship information, Successful Transitions in Academic Readiness (STAR) program, and residence life, etc.
- Provides follow-up to students and parents via phone, letters, email, and scheduled appointments in specific recruitment territory.
- Reviews admission applications, evaluates credentials, and makes admission decisions.
- Serves as an admissions college liaison, assigned to a specific college.
- Completes routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and professional development.
- Evaluates program effectiveness, assesses outcomes, and develops improved programming to achieve goals, complete cost analyses, for programs/events.
- Adhere to University policies and procedures regarding travel and procurement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Business Objects.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people and commitment to diversity.
- Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently.
- Skill in effective communication and public presentations.
- Knowledge of issues pertaining to areas of assignment.
- Experience with and sensitivity to diverse populations.
- Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible hours.
- Knowledge of Microsoft environments, including Word, Access, Excel.
- Some supervisory skills and training experience.
- Ability to represent the office and the university in a professional manner.
- Maintain a positive attitude that will promote a healthy cultural climate in Admissions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in field appropriate to area of assignment. Required experience is typically 3 years, depending on the individual position. |
