Full-Time Admissions Counselor

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary; Ankeny (IA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is seeking a dedicated individual for the position of admissions recruiter. This role involves nurturing potential students and providing exceptional customer service while maintaining essential communication throughout the admissions process. Ideal candidates will have flexibility with on-site and remote work, and must align with the school's founding principles. Experience is not required, making this a great opportunity for those passionate about encouraging others in their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and knowledge required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and promptly with recruits.

Responsibilities

• Nurture over 75 applicants annually through various communication channels.
• Provide high-level customer service to prospective students.
• Assist with admissions events and maintain regular communication.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

2- or 4-year college degree or equivalent

Job description

Faith is seeking an outgoing, goal-oriented, self-starter who has attended FBBC or appreciates the school's history and vision. Ideal candidates may include parents of current or prospective students, recent empty nesters, recent graduates, or current/former homeschool moms or teachers. The position offers flexibility, with a combination of remote and on-site work possible, depending on the candidate's previous experience and residency in the local area.

Confidential Information:

This role involves access to confidential information; therefore, a background check is required prior to employment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will nurture over 75 applicants annually through texts, emails, and phone calls as part of the admissions process. Responsibilities include recruiting, providing high-level customer service to prospective students and applicants, and assisting with Faith events as needed. Minimal travel to visit recruits in person may be required.

• Engage with potential students, parents, and ministry leaders.
• Interact with campus visitors.
• Assist with admissions events.
• Maintain regular communication via emails, notes, texts, and calls.
• Respond promptly to inquiries, ideally within the hour or by the next morning.
• Be available beyond regular hours for calls and texts, logging in and out accordingly.

Convictions and Character/Religious Qualifications

• Agree without reservation to FBBC&TS’s foundational documents.
• Be a practicing Baptist.
• Uphold Biblical standards of morality and living.
• Neither applicant nor spouse should have been divorced.

Academic Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Ability to communicate clearly and promptly with recruits.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Education and Experience

• No prior experience required.
• Possession of a 2- or 4-year college degree or equivalent.