Admissions Counselor

Widener University; Chester (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Widener University in Chester, PA seeks an Admissions Counselor in Undergraduate Admissions to assist students through the admissions process and related steps. The role reports to the Senior Associate Director of Admissions and supports recruiting first-year domestic students.

The position involves representing the university at high school visits, college fairs, campus tours, and virtual events; presenting to prospective students and families; and using Slate CRM for recruitment data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Represent the university at high school visits, college fairs and other external outreach events.
• Contribute to on-campus recruitment events such as open houses, workshops, campus tours and other events.
• Plan and assist with virtual recruitment events including online chats.
• Present and deliver engaging presentations for prospective students and families.
• Evaluate new student credentials and recommend admission decisions.
• Cultivate relationships with high school counselors and other key prospective student influencers.
• Plan and execute recruitment strategies within an assigned geographic territory; travel extensively.
• Remain informed on Widener's recruitment messages and policies.
• Use Slate CRM to support recruitment, student tracking, and data retrieval.
• Be an active and positive member of the undergraduate admissions team.

Skills

Superior oral and writtencommunication

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Widener University is currently seeking an Admissions Counselor in Undergraduate Admissions. This role is responsible for assisting students with the admissions process and other relevant aspects of the University.

This role reports to the Senior Associate Director of Admissions and supports the recruitment of new undergraduate first year domestic students. Admissions Counselors are enthusiastic, professional representatives of the university with a high interest in interpersonal communication and relationship building.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

Essential Duties:

• Supporting off-campus recruitment by representing the University at high school visits, college fairs and other external outreach events.
• Supporting on-campus recruitment by contributing to, open houses, workshops, campus tours and other events that showcase the campus and academic programs.
• Planning and assisting with virtual recruitment events including, but not limited to, online chats.
• Presenting and delivering engaging presentations for prospective students and families.
• Evaluate new student credentials and recommend admission decisions.
• Cultivate relationships with high school counselors and other key prospective student influencers.
• Plan and execute creative recruitment strategies within an assigned geographic territory and with support of Senior Associate Director of Admissions; travel extensively within assigned geographic territory.
• Remain informed and up to date on all Widener University recruitment messages, facts, and policies.
• Use Slate CRM to support recruitment, student tracking, and data retrieval.
• Be an active and positive member of the undergraduate admissions team, demonstrating a willingness to participate and volunteer in team initiatives.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other campus units to support recruitment of new students.
• Contribute creative ideas to the overall undergraduate recruitment strategy that meet the generational trends.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission, values and goals of Undergraduate Admissions and Widener University.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred:

• Experience in contributing to a climate of inclusivity and working with a diverse student body.
• Career interest in admissions counseling and/or higher education.
• Bilingual with a preference for Spanish language skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

• Valid driver's license and clear driving record.
• Evening and weekend work are required.
• Must be able to sit and work on a computer for 2+ hours minimum at a time.
• Must be able to stand and move between buildings at recruitment events, and provide walking tours, when necessary, across campus.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location, consistent with Widener's Flexible Work policy.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention, and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.

EOE M/F/V/D