Online Admissions Counselor

Houston Baptist University; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A private Christian liberal arts university in Virginia seeks an Admissions Counselor to assist prospective students from application to acceptance. The ideal candidate will have a college degree and strong organizational and communication skills, helping students navigate their educational journey. The role includes customer service and the use of university resources to track student progress, contributing to the university's growth and vision.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in education related field preferred.
• Ability to use PC and Mac systems.
• Good work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist prospective students from application to acceptance.
• Provide customer service and support to students.
• Utilize university resources to track student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactive outreach

Education

College degree from an accredited college/university

Job description

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Reports to: Director, Online Admissions & Enrollment

Job Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: The Admissions Counselor serves the Pampell Online Division by assisting prospective students from their application to HCU online programs through acceptance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to communicate all admissions, academic, and administrative policies advising the student on necessary next steps.
• Assist students in setting short-term goals and follow-up with students
• Working knowledge of all university resources and the ability to appropriately communicate necessary information to prospective students.
• Ability to assist a student while utilizing several resources simultaneously.
• Be committed to providing accurate information to prospective students as they consider their education opportunities with HCU.
• Utilize university resources to track student progress and identify outcomes.
• Providing customer service and support to prospective, new, and matriculated students.
• Utilizing proactive outreach strategies to build strong working relationships with student population
• Responding to emails and/or phone calls within 24 business hours with the goal of same day.
• Special projects and temporary duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• College degree from an accredited college/university.
• 3 years of experience in education related field preferred but not required
• Ability to use PC and Mac systems to perform daily tasks.
• Must have a good work ethic and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Excellent organizational, project, and time management skills
• Adherence and support of the Houston Christian University statement of belief as required by the Preamble of the By-Laws of the university.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under tight deadlines
• Ability to quickly learn and use specific business software and hardware
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 25 lbs. – occasionally
• Ability to sit – extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for an extended period – occasionally
• Ability to walk reasonable distances – occasionally
• Ability to bend or stoop – occasionally
• Ability to climb or reach overhead – occasionally
• Ability to communicate via speech, hearing and sight – frequently

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Additional Information

Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu .

The University is in the process of implementing its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision ) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

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