Admissions Counselor

State of South Carolina; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities seeks an Admissions Counselor to promote the school across the state and manage applications. You will travel to schools and community events, presenting opportunities and guiding families through the admissions process.

In this role you will maintain student data, coordinate communications, and support events while acting as the primary liaison for prospective students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (G Suite).
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote the School in an assigned territory through presentations in schools and community organizations.
• Promote enrollment through festivals and conferences across the state.
• Manage data and contacts in the application system.
• Serve as the first line of communication between prospective students/families and the school.
• Travel to school visits and community events as scheduled.
• Assist with admissions communications and events as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Program experience in admissions

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career? The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities is seeking a hardworking and dependable candidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state, including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING ONLY. TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE.

Job Duties

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor Is responsible for promoting the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities in an assigned territory through presentations in schools and community organizations, as well as participation in festivals and conferences throughout the state. The Admissions Counselor assists the Assistant Director of Admissions with the management of assigned data and contacts In the application system. The Admissions Counselor will serve as the first line of communication between prospective students/families and the school. The job duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Travel: Schedule and attend school visits in an assigned territory, along with community organizations, summer camps presentations.
• Application Processing: Process application materials, assist families with the application process, communicate with prospective students and families throughout the application season.
• Application System: Maintain student data through the school’s application system.
• Conferences & Festivals: Attend conferences and festivals as assigned.
• Support for Admissions Communications & Events: Support Admissions communications and events as required.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Please Direct Inquiries To

LaTomya Doctor
Human Resource Director
South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities
15 University Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Phone - [phone] I Email – [e-mail] (Please do not email your application)

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (G Suite).

Additional Requirements

• Excellent written and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders. Knowledge of basic principles and theories of admissions practices and educational administration. Knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures affecting enrollment and retention. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and the general public. Ability to identify, develop and implement strategies, programs and activities that will benefit the campus community and increase enrollment. Must have a valid driver's license. This position requires extensive travel, including overnight travel. Must have your own vehicle for travel.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and work experience in a boarding school, high school, or collegiate environment.
• Previous experience in admissions or student recruitment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities is an equal employment opportunity agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.