Admissions Counselor

Description

JOB PURPOSE

To recruit students via communication from the Admissions call center, travel, and connecting with prospects on campus during tours and other events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Call Center

• Work with the part-time Admissions Representatives in the Admissions call center to contact all prospects, applicants, and admitted students, helping them toward enrollment.
• Develop intentional and creative ways to build relationships with prospective students from the beginning to the end of the process.

Travel

• Recruit at Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College sponsored events approximately 2 times per month.
• Attend and recruit at major conferences such as the Southern Baptist Convention, The Gospel Coalition Conference, and the Cross Conference.

Assist with General Admissions Tasks

• Support the Admissions team during events such as Preview Day and conferences.
• Help plan and execute key Admissions projects.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Including, but not limited to:

• Christian with high integrity, actively pursuing a relationship with God
• Preferred education: obtained or working to obtain a bachelor’s degree
• Part-time or full-time experience in higher education, customer service, sales, and/or an office setting
• Intermediate to expert skill with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Able to multi-task, analyze workload, and prioritize as necessary for the benefit of the department
• Able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision
• Able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency
• Must be able to work independently, as well as a part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must possess a positive attitude
• Able to show a desire and willingness to learn
• Must be able to pass background screening, including driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm
• Travel as needed to conferences and events during a variety of days and times
• Shared office environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moving boxes of recruiting materials, financial aid files, etc. (approx.. 10 lbs) and recruiting cases (approx.. 40 lbs and on wheels)
• Walking around campus for approx. 3 hours at a time
• Constructing booth spaces at recruiting events