First-Year Admissions Counselor

University of Wisconsin-Stout; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a First-Year Admissions Counselor to enhance recruitment efforts. The role involves meeting with prospective students, coordinating outreach activities, and fostering relationships to promote educational opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a Bachelor's degree, and be adaptable to various situations. This full-time position requires travel and collaboration within the Admissions Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in Admissions, Sales, or Recruiting.
• Ability to present information effectively to groups.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Meet with prospective students and families to promote UW-Stout.
• Coordinate recruitment activities with Admissions Office staff.
• Travel at least 50% of the time for outreach.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Event planning

Adaptability

Fluency in a second language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Peoplesoft

ImageNow

Job description

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB TITLE: First-Year Admissions Counselor JOB ID:

21727 JOB DETAILS: The University of Wisconsin-Stout is welcoming

applications for a First-Year Admissions Counselor, which will report to

the Senior Admissions Counselor. This position plays a very important

role in the recruitment and outreach activities of the Admissions

Office. Our goal is to increase the number of applicants to the

University of Wisconsin-Stout and enroll a talented and diverse student

body. This staff member will meet with prospective students and their

families, high school counselors, various groups on and off campus,

alumni, and other contacts to promote educational opportunities offered

at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. A significant part of the

recruitment process will be establishing and nurturing relationships

that can serve as a conduit for students to learn about UW-Stout. This

staff member will collaborate with other Admissions Office staff members

to coordinate recruitment activities. All duties shall be executed while

demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This is a

12-month annual position. The new team member will work from the

Admissions Office located in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Candidates must be

able and willing to travel at least 50% time throughout the region and

be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as needed. APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS Complete applications received by the end of the day on

Wednesday, April 9th are ensured full consideration. Applications

submitted after April 9, 2025, may be reviewed at the discretion of the

search committee. To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to:

https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs Required application

materials: 1. Cover letter (\* See below) 2. Curriculum vitae or resume

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact

information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at

least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview

process. \*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the

Minimum/Required Qualifications For This Position As Listed Above. For

each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using

specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your

experience satisfies the requirement. Applicants must complete all

required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting

the online application. It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide

reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If

you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a

disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment

opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable

accommodation for a qualified individual\'s disability. For questions

regarding this position or recruitment, please contact: Search Chair:

Darren Ward, Associate Director of Admissions Email: [e-mail]

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you

submitted your application prior to uploading all required application

materials, please contact: Search Coordinator: Heather Knutson Email:

[e-mail] For additional details and to apply, visit the

following website and search for Job ID 21727: www.careers.wisconsin.edu

\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS Minimum /

Required Bachelor\'s degree (degree must be posted by hire date).

Previous Experience In Admissions, Sales, Recruiting Or Other Related

fields. Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Excellent written communication skills. Excellent public speaking

skills. Ability to present information effectively to large and small

groups. Willingness to travel. Valid driver\'s license. Highly

Desired/Preferred Knowledge Of UW-Stout Gained Through Experience As a

student, stakeholder, or employee. Strong organizational and event

planning skills. Abi ity to be adaptable and manage multiple competing

priorities. Ability to use and learn multiple computer technologies

(such as Peoplesoft, ImageNow, Microsoft Office, Salesforce). Ability to

speak fluently in a second language. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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