Admissions Counselor

Delaware State University; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware State University seeks a proactive Admissions recruiter to plan, manage, and execute recruitment strategies in the assigned territory. Travel and evenings/weekends are required as part of outreach to prospective students and families during high school visits, fairs, and campus events.

The role includes interviewing students, counseling on the application process, maintaining activity records, and supporting enrollment objectives through active outreach and partnerships with schools and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; two or more years in college recruitment/admissions or related guidance.
• Experience with travel, events, and high school outreach is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and counselors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and execute recruitment strategies across the assigned geographic area.
• Conduct student interviews and counsel families through the application/enrollment process.
• Coordinate recruitment activities: open houses, fairs, campus tours and events.
• Maintain records of visits and contacts; pursue enrollment objectives.
• Travel as needed and work evenings/weekends as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Multicultural sensitivity

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The individual is responsible for planning, managing and executing recruitment strategies as established by the Executive Director of Admissions within his/her designated geographical area; This position requires travel (if applicable) and extended work hours (evenings and weekends). The individual will conduct student interviews and counsel families through the application and enrollment process during high school visits, college fairs, parent nights, and in-office/ virtual visits. The successful candidate will be responsible for participating in the review of admission applications and decision making. The individual must maintain knowledge about the programs offered at Delaware State University.

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

1. Assist in the direction, coordination and implementation of the Recruitment Program
2. Manage assigned territory as follows:
   1. Conduct student interview on and off campus
   2. Correspond with prospective students, parents, high school and college counselors, alumni and etc.
   3. Function successfully in a multicultural environment
   4. Establish, maintain, and cultivate relationships with representatives of various organizations that my result in the recruitment of potential students (i.e., school counselors, program coordinators, parents, etc.
   5. Participate in territory events to develop contacts and maintain knowledge of your territory
3. Participate in the direction, coordination and implementation of the following recruitment activities:
   1. DSU Homecoming
   2. Fall/Spring Open House
   3. Campus Tours
   4. Special high school and community activities (i.e., college and career fairs)
4. Professional Development Workshops/Seminars
5. Maintain a record/log of visitations (in person or virtual), contacts, and students enrolled
6. Assist the University in its efforts to meet enrollment objectives by setting personal recruiting goals and aggressively pursuing them.

Other Functions

Individuals in this position will also perform the following assigned tasks:

1. Assist in the development of a network recruitment program with the general Alumni Association
2. Submit oral and written reports of weekly recruitment activities to directors
3. Submit semester schedule of activities including completed travel authorizations accompanied by requisitions if necessary

The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Demonstrate ability to be creative and innovative when implementing sales and marketing strategy
2. Demonstrate ability to communicate (written and orally) articulately and effectively
3. Possess proficient presentation skills
4. Demonstrate ability to work with others in a collaborative team effort and to interact positively with the public
5. Proficiency in analytical skills and accuracy in all phases of work
6. Demonstrate effective speaking
7. Valid U.S. driver’s license

1. Education: Bachelor’s Degree
2. Successful experience: Two or more years of successful work experience in college recruitment, admissions, secondary school guidance, teaching or advising in a college/university setting
3. Other preferences:
   1. Possesses sound judgment, willingness to travel out of state, and tolerance for working long hours.
   2. Must have enthusiasm for working with college students and representing Delaware State University
   3. Possess the ability to handle individual projects, as well as, work well as part of a team.

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of DSU recruitment and admissions policies and procedures.
2. Completion and quality of work according to established guidelines and timelines.
3. Reliable attendance and work results.
4. Interaction and working relationship with co-workers and prospective students.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the DSU Fundamentals