Admissions Counselor

Point Loma Nazarene University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition benefits for employees and/or

Retirement matching

Vacation and sick time

15 paid holidays

Job summary

Point Loma Nazarene University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit prospective students and families in a full-time, in-person role on the Point Loma Campus in San Diego, CA. The position involves engaging daily with campus visitors and coordinating recruitment activities.

Responsibilities include follow-up with applicants, presenting PLNU programs to students and parents, and representing PLNU at churches, camps, and high schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Knowledge of PLNU Admissions and financial aid guidelines, standards, and procedures preferred.
• Must be an enthusiastic supporter of PLNU and its programs.
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time in assigned recruitment areas.
• Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of the university.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including public speaking skills.
• Must possess strong detail and time management skills. Ability to work independently and accomplish tasks under deadline stresses.
• Basic knowledge of word processing and database accessing.
• Ability to exercise interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with prospective students and their parents/guardians, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
• Commitment to a customer-oriented provision of service.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.

Responsibilities

• As an active member of the PLNU Admissions team, is responsible for student recruitment in assigned geographical areas.
• Conduct appropriate follow-up contacts with prospective students to encourage and confirm application status.
• Disseminate information about PLNU over telephone and during on-campus visits to prospective students and parents. Establish appropriate contacts with faculty and staff.
• Represent PLNU at assigned churches, camps, conventions and high schools.
• Recommend prospective students for admission and scholarship awards.
• Participate in other admissions activities as requested which may include the development of advertisements and recruitment literature, coordinating campus events.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with all PacWest Conference and NCAA rules and regulations as they pertain to student‑athlete admission requirements.

Skills

Undergraduate admissions knowledge

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word processing

Database access

Job description

Admissions Counselor

Posting Number: R0004426

Location: Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary

Participates as member of admissions team to engage prospective students, parents, and other constituents with the goal of recruiting students to the university.

Due to this position's interaction with daily campus visitors, the position is fully face-to-face.

Salary

Pay Range: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour

Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.

Job Status

Full time

Job Description

What We're Looking For

• Experience and knowledge of the undergraduate admissions process
• Self-motivated, proactive, and is comfortable asking questions
• Enthusiastic with a solid work ethic
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population is preferred

What You'll Be Doing

• As an active member of the PLNU Admissions team, is responsible for student recruitment in assigned geographical areas.
• Conduct appropriate follow-up contacts with prospective students to encourage and confirm application status.
• Disseminate information about PLNU over telephone and during on-campus visits to prospective students and parents. Establish appropriate contacts with faculty and staff.
• Represent PLNU at assigned churches, camps, conventions and high schools.
• Recommend prospective students for admission and scholarship awards.
• Participate in other admissions activities as requested which may include the development of advertisements and recruitment literature, coordinating campus events.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with all PacWest Conference and NCAA rules and regulations as they pertain to student‑athlete admission requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Knowledge of PLNU Admissions and financial aid guidelines, standards, and procedures preferred.
• Must be an enthusiastic supporter of PLNU and its programs.
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time in assigned recruitment areas.
• Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of the university.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including public speaking skills.
• Must possess strong detail and time management skills. Ability to work independently and accomplish tasks under deadline stresses.
• Basic knowledge of word processing and database accessing.
• Ability to exercise interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with prospective students and their parents/guardians, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
• Commitment to a customer-oriented provision of service.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.
• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local 'Fair Chance' laws.

Physical Requirements

• Overnight travel to areas within the assigned region.
• Work in office is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for periods greater than one hour.
• Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
• Vision to read documents, e‑mail and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor.
• Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively with others in person, by phone, and virtually.
• Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 25 lbs as needed.

At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.