Admission Counselor

Hanover College; Hanover Township (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover College in Indiana seeks an admission counselor to coordinate recruitment efforts in the assigned territory, traveling regionally to engage high school students and families.

You will conduct information sessions, interviews, and campus visits, communicate with applicants, and assist in holistic application review while promoting financial aid options and campus programs. This role may require some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree required.
• Previous admission experience preferred.
• Valid driver\'s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and assist prospective high school students via multiple channels.
• Follow up with inquiries, applicants, admits and deposits with ongoing communication.

Skills

CRM systems

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Decision-making

Professional appearance

Confidentiality

Time management

Team player

Attention to detail

Driving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Admission experience

Valid driver\'s license

Job description

Primary Function:

The admission counselor is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, and assessment of recruitment efforts in the assigned territory.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Proactively recruit and assist prospective high school students (via e-mail, phone, virtual information sessions, walk-ins, scheduled appointments, and/or recruiting events).
• Follow up with inquiries, applicants, admits and deposits to provide continuous communication, support and direction.
• Planning and execution of travel and office-wide recruitment efforts to assigned geographic territories. The expected timeframe for travel is up to 6-8 weeks in the fall and 2-3 weeks in the spring.
• Represent the institution at college fairs, community-based organizations, and high schools; communicate with prospective students, parents, and high school counselors to facilitate recruitment efforts.
• Participate in visitor experience by conducting individual interviews, group presentations and information sessions. This would include in-office meetings and on/off campus events held during normal business hours, some evenings and weekends.
• Application Management: Read and evaluate admission applications for geographic territories. Assist in holistic application review; assist in follow-up for application completion.
• Maintain a working knowledge of financial aid programs and policies in order to communicate with students/parents and assist in the yield process.
• Represent the Office of Admission with campus constituents including but not limited to: Athletics, Faculty, Alumni, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

• Responsible for appropriate use of college credit card during travel and accurate expense reporting using Certify.

Other Responsibilities:

• Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the College’s mission, principles, and strategic plan.
• Support a welcoming college environment.
• Perform/complete other projects and tasks assigned by (supervisor).

Qualifications:

Education, Certifications, Training, Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Previous admission experience preferred
• Valid driver's license

Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Slate or other CRM systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills
• Adaptability to be successful in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to make decision and respond to challenges quickly and with ease
• Professional appearance and dress
• Maintain complete confidentiality when counseling students and/or parents
• Ability to be organized and flexible with time and tasks
• Must be committed to team participations and success
• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail
• Excellent driving skills and comfortable in various driving conditions/environments

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Able to sit/stand/walk for extended periods
• May require some evening and weekend work as well as overnight and/or out-of-town travel
• Able to work in a stressful and time sensitive environment
• Able to become an authorized College driver