Senior Admissions Counselor

Rowan College at Burlington County; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan College at Burlington County is seeking a Recruitment and Admissions Specialist to oversee recruitment and enrollment of identified student populations, including international students, ensuring compliance with SEVIS and other regulations. This position is a Support Staff Union role at Grade Level 11 and requires a bachelor’s degree plus several years in education to support student services.

Responsibilities include managing the admissions process, coordinating on- and off-campus events,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of three years in an educational setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Experience with Student Services at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Manage prospective students through all steps of the admissions process, including policies and SEVIS assignments.
• Assist with on- and off-campus recruitment activities and events.
• Represent RCBC at business, industry and community events.
• Ensure accurate reporting of international students’ SEVIS status and related changes.
• Provide individualized attention to prospective students, visitors, and callers.
• Respond to inquiries and set appointments with prospective students.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patience

Relationship building

Self-motivation

Independent work

Time management

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

Responsible for the recruitment and initial enrollment of specific identified populations of students at Rowan College at Burlington County, including but not limited to international students. This individual will support the planning and implementation of programs for assigned populations and will ensure compliance with all regulations for international students and other populations as appropriate.

This is a Support Staff Union position as stated in the Support Staff collective bargaining agreement Grade Level 11.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Management of prospective students through all steps of the admissions process, including college policies, government policies/procedures, academic programs, and the admissions process, including specific requirements of assigned special populations.
• Assist with the development, coordination, and implementation of both on and off campus recruitment activities and events
• Represent Rowan College at Burlington County at business, industry and community events
• Ensure accurate reporting of International Student’s status, including processing within the SEVIS (Student & Exchange Visitor Information System) by monitoring International Student’s progress to verify they maintain status, gather/submit documentation and reporting of all changes in a timely manner.
• Provide individualized attention to prospective students, visitors, and callers to the Office of Outreach and Admissions
• Respond to prospective student inquiries and keep set appointments to meet with prospective students
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

OVERALL PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The primary and most important overall responsibility of all employees is to provide service in a pleasant, helpful, and effective manner to our students and other members of the College community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Required: Bachelor’s degree required

Experience Required:

• Minimum of three years in an educational setting
• Experience working directly with diverse populations
• Demonstrated success with Student Services at the college level

Experience Preferred:

• Prior experience working with SEVIS (Student & Exchange Visitor Information System
• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations pertaining to admission and enrollment of international students
• Proficiency in a foreign language

Skills/Abilities /Knowledge /Other Requirements

• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Patience and willingness to work with the variety of students represented by the community college population.
• Skills in identification and development of relationships with individuals and organizations that might benefit from the various community college programs.
• Motivated individual who is results-driven, innovative, and open to new ideas and projects
• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize projects and tasks
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends

Additional Information

INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS:
Collaborates with department members and/or the Compliance, Assessment and Research team to support planning, assessment, data collection and reporting for continuous improvement of the college.

Employee Classification: Support Staff Grade 11

Residency Requirement: The New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public institutions of higher education to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law. For more information please click here