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University of Arkansas is hiring an Admissions Counselor. The role develops and manages a pool of prospective students in an assigned recruiting region, building partnerships with students, families, and high school staff and guiding applicants through the admissions process. The counselor represents the university through presentations to large groups of prospective students and works in the Admissions Campus Visits and Recruitment office under the Director of Recruitment.

Highlights

Recruit, advise, and assist prospective students throughout the admissions process, helping incoming students transition smoothly to the university.
Develop and manage a pool of prospective students in a designated region, building strategic partnerships with students, families, and high school personnel.
Give presentations to and interact with large groups of prospective students, promoting the university and representing its values.
Travel frequently by vehicle or air, and lift and transport materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, at least one year of customer service experience, and at least one year of leadership experience in a professional, educational, or student organization setting.
Hold a valid driver’s license and meet University requirements for operating a motor vehicle on University business.
Preferred background includes a bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, English, Marketing, or Public Relations and a year of higher education experience in admissions, recruitment, advising, or student services.
Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Salary of $48,026 per year.

Admissions Counselor Full Description

Summary of Job Duties

The Admissions Counselor will develop and manage a pool of prospective students in one of our designated regions. The position will develop strategic partnerships with students, families, and high school personnel. The Admissions Counselor will be responsible for recruiting, advising, and assisting prospective students throughout the admissions process. This position plays a key role in promoting the university, representing the values of the institution, and ensuring a smooth transition for incoming students. Assuming other related areas of responsibility as assigned or required by the Director of Recruitment.

The Admissions Counselor is required to give presentations and interact with large groups of prospective students. Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written. This position requires frequent travel either by vehicle and/or travel by air. Ability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 40 pounds.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of customer service experience
At least one year of demonstrated leadership experience in a professional, educational, or student organization setting
Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet University requirements for operating a motor vehicle while conducting University business

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, English, Marketing, or Public Relations from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of professional experience in higher education, including admissions, recruitment, advising, student services, enrollment services or a related area
Experience with public speaking or presenting to large groups

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of university and admissions office procedures and policies
Demonstrated University of Arkansas knowledge
Proven organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, demonstrate attention to detail, meet deadlines, and think creatively
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including the ability to present to a large audience
Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Salary Information

$48,026.00

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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