Admission Counselor

Oglethorpe University; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit prospective students for assigned territories through high school visits, college fairs, and on-campus programs.

You will advise applicants, review credentials, and collaborate with counselors, athletic liaison duties, and event coordination. Travel is expected within metro Atlanta and out-of-state regions, with some evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of work experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and digital communication.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment for assigned geographic territory.
• Develop prospect pools and conduct high school visits and college fairs.
• Maintain communications with prospective students and families.
• Advise and consult with applicants on admission.
• Review and evaluate applicants for admission.
• Support events on campus and serve as athletic liaison.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & inclusion

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

# Admission CounselorOglethorpe University - Atlanta, GA 30319## OverviewPosition TypeFull-Time StaffEducation LevelBachelor'sCategoryEducation## DescriptionThe Office of Admissions seeks an energetic, flexible, and detail-oriented person for the Admissions Counselor position. Reporting to the Senior Director of Admission, this person recruits prospective students and meets enrollment goals for one or more of Oglethorpe University’s degree programs through regional recruitment, on-campus and virtual programs, and serves as the Admissions athletic liaison and project work. Recruitment travel will be focused in metro Atlanta and out-of-state territories. **Duties and Responsibilities:*** Manage all aspects of recruitment for an assigned geographic territory + Develop a comprehensive prospect pool in your territory + Use data from our CRM to strategically schedule and participate in high school visits and college fairs + Maintain sustained communication with all prospective students and families, high school counselors + Intentionally develop and maintain strategic relationships with high school counselors + Ensure the accuracy of data in our CRM + Assist with and attend all on-campus events* Advise and consult with prospective students and families on admission to Oglethorpe + Deliver contextually appropriate presentations and visit experiences + Engage in intentional and continual learning about the offerings of an Oglethorpe education and best practices in the field of Admission + Create a warm and inclusive atmosphere on campus + Answer questions thoughtfully and thoroughly for families; provide exceptional customer service* Review and evaluate applicants for admission + Critically evaluate applicants for admission based on Oglethorpe’s institutional priorities and goals + Follow up with students and families at all stages of the admission cycle to reach enrollment goals + Review Athletic Customer Relationship Management System for Admissions alignment* Serve as an ambassador of the Oglethorpe University brand at all times* Other duties as assigned## Qualifications**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree and 1 year of work experience.* Excellent communication (verbal, written, and digital) and interpersonal skills.* Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.* Ability to work in a fluid environment, prioritize goals and independently manage multiple, diverse, competing priorities while meeting deadlines.* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively* Must successfully pass a criminal background check.**Additional Information:*** This is a full-time, 12-month position with extensive travel.* A valid driver’s license and personal automobile are required.* Working evenings and some weekends required* Position tasks are generally required to be performed in person. Work-from-home options may be granted at the supervisors’ discretion. Oglethorpe reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to the employee.* Some heavy lifting may be required.