Admission Counselor

William Jessup University: Bay Area Campus; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

William Jessup University: Bay Area Campus is seeking a dedicated Admissions Representative to recruit and assist prospective students. This role involves outreach to high schools and community colleges, helping students navigate their college options while upholding WJU's Christ-centered mission.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, experience in admissions or sales, and a commitment to high-quality Christian education. Evening and weekend availability is required for recruitment activities.

Qualifications

• Previous admission and/or outside sales experience desirable.
• Understanding and commitment to high-quality Christian education.
• Must be able to multi-task and respond well to interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Recruit students who meet admissions requirements and fit WJU's mission.
• Research demographics for effective student recruitment.
• Meet with prospective students and families to discuss admissions.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Ability to work independently within a team structure

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

William Jessup University is a private non-profit Christian university. Our mission statement is "In partnership with the Church, the purpose of William Jessup University is to educate transformational leaders for the glory of God."

Job Description

To represent William Jessup University to prospective students and their parents, high school and community college counselors, churches, and the community at large, recruiting and assisting in contacting and selecting qualified and diverse traditional undergraduate students who meet WJU's enrollment and academic standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Recruit students to attend William Jessup University who meet the admissions requirements and who are a good fit to the mission and vision of WJU including, but not limited to, the following:
   • Research and analyze demographics to effectively manage, schedule, and coordinate visits to high schools, community colleges, and churches in assigned geographical areas to recruit prospective students.
   • Travel to assigned geographic market areas to meet specific recruitment goals (minimum 8-10 weeks of travel in fall and minimum 2-3 weeks of travel in Spring/Summer is required).
   • Meet with and counsel prospective students and families about admission, financial aid, academics, community life programs, and student life at Jessup.
   • Counsel prospective students about general college planning, including the advantages of Christian Higher Education and the differences to secular public and state institutions.
   • Develop effective relationships with high school and community college personnel, youth pastors and leaders, alumni, and others who may influence youth about their college decisions.
2. Contribute to the development of admission policies and procedures.
3. Regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the review and evaluation of application flies, recommending admission decisions and scholarship awards.
4. Assist in planning and coordinating special recruitment strategies and programs, both on and off campus, for prospects, their families, personnel of secondary schools and 2-year colleges, youth pastors/leaders, and other community leaders.
5. Complete assigned specific office processes according to the skills exhibited and developed, such as: shared responsibility of student staff, social networking and marketing, event planning and community relations.
6. Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous admission and/or outside sales experience desirable.
• Understanding of and commitment to high-quality Christian education and multi-culturalism.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be a problem solver and able to deal with a variety of situations "extra-mile" attitude.
• Have the ability to work independently within a team structure and effectively with a diverse constituency.
• Must be able to multi-task and respond well to interruptions.
• Detail-oriented.
• Must be willing to travel independently.
• Evening and weekend work required from September to April, as scheduled.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• A valid CA driver's license, valid car insurance and clean driving record.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The employee agrees to promote the values and mission of WJU as a private Christ-centered University and live a life consistent with biblical principles. The employee shall conduct himself/herself in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. Additionally, the employee may play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. This may include leading devotions and/or spiritual formation groups and seeking other opportunities consistent with a biblical spiritual formation role.