Admission Counselor

Smith College; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 39,293 - 53,161; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Smith College in Northampton is seeking an Entry-level Recruitment Specialist responsible for evaluating prospective students and supporting recruitment programs both on campus and virtually. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree and 0–1 year of experience.

The position offers a competitive benefits package with annualized pay typically between $39,293.38 – $53,161.63. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment and evaluation of prospective students.
• Attend and facilitate recruitment activities.
• Participate in admission committee to evaluate candidates.

Skills

Public speaking

Project management

Writing and oral communication

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Slate CRM

Workday systems

Job description

Job Summary

Entry level position responsible for recruitment and evaluation of prospective students. Supports all recruitment and yield programs on‑campus and virtually.

Essential Functions

• Recruitment (40%)
  • Develop extensive knowledge of Smith College and present information sessions on‑campus and virtually.
  • Plan and coordinate approximately 6–8 weeks of travel annually to recruit students and manage an assigned geographic territory.
  • Visit secondary schools, attend college fairs, and maintain effective communication with high school counselors and community organizations.
  • Manage correspondence and conversations with students, parents, counselors, and other constituents.
• Admission Reading and Selection (40%)
  • Read, evaluate, and participate in admission committee work to decide on candidate admissibility for admission to the college under the direction of the Dean of Admission.
  • Consider first‑year applicants, transfer applicants, or students applying through QuestBridge or Posse programs.
• On Campus and Virtual Programming (10%)
  • Attend and facilitate recruitment and yield activities as assigned.
  • Lead workshops for prospective and admitted students on campus or virtually as assigned.
• Professional Development (10%)
  • Develop skills, connections, and pursue professional development opportunities to better understand current issues and challenges in the field of admission and higher education.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure success of diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 0–1 year experience
  • Valid Driver’s License
• Skills
  • High comfort level public speaking to small and large groups.
  • Ability to effectively and efficiently develop and execute several key projects simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent writing and oral communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and technological skills, familiarity with MS Office, Google Suite, and ability to learn Slate CRM and Workday systems.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • 5 or more years experience in a Higher Education Environment.
  • Demonstrated interest in admission work, including prior work or volunteer experience in an office of admission at a college or university.
  • Car and air travel required as well as flexibility to work nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, annualized pay typically between $39,293.38 – $53,161.63, covering the middle half of market compensation.
• Position type: Regular.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Legal Notice

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.