Admissions Counselor: NYC Territory — Generous PTO

Mount-Saint-Mary-College; Varick Homes (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, NY, seeks an Admissions Counselor to recruit and guide prospective students in the NYC territory. The role involves high school visits, college fairs, and coordinating with counselors to improve applications and deposits.

The position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and requires excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills along with willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 6–12 months experience in recruitment, public relations, marketing or related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Willing to travel extensively and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth knowledge about the College and programs and articulate them to prospective students and families.
• Recruit prospective students through high school visits and college fairs; build relationships with guidance counselors.
• Assist admissions operations through presentations, interviews, events, and campaigns.
• Meet departmental goals for inquiries, applications, admitted and enrolled students in designated territory.
• Coordinate with financial aid, advising, registrar and other offices for smooth applicant-to-student transition.
• Maintain and update travel and student records.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, NY, seeks an Admissions Counselor to recruit and guide prospective students in the NYC territory. The role involves high school visits, college fairs, and coordinating with counselors to improve applications and deposits.

The position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and requires excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills along with willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.