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Job Title: Admission Counselor
Department: Undergraduate Admission
Division: Admission & Financial Aid
FLSA Status: Exempt
Grade: 5
Salary Range: $41,500 - $51,800
Union: SEIU Local 500
Reports to: Senior Admission Counselor
General purpose: Functions as part of a team responsible for the promotion of the college and recruitment of qualified candidates to meet enrollment goals
Summary of Essential Functions:
Recruitment of qualified students to meet enrollment goals
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Recruitment Strategy Development
Assist in the development and execution of territory-based enrollment initiatives, track progress, and report results to UGA leadership.
Identify and target key markets and demographics to deepen engagement or expand into key territory/markets, as well as continually provide insights to the team and leadership on activities and engagement levels through interactions, reporting, and commenting in Slate.
Relationship Building
Establish and maintain relationships with high schools, community colleges, and other educational institutions.
Represent the university at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and other recruitment activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students, their families, high school counselors and staff, and alumni.
Responsibilities include a full schedule of recruitment at high schools, 2-year colleges, regional receptions, and portfolio days in assigned regions of the country throughout the calendar year.
Admissions Process Management
Counsel students and parents about admission, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities
Navigation and maintenance of the SLATE CRM system. To include updating student and organizational records, managing regional recruitment events, managing individual student interactions, and other duties as assigned
Evaluate first-year and transfer student application materials, including artwork portfolios, as a member of the Admission Committee
Data Analytics and Reporting
Track and analyze recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of recruitment outreach and engagement, adjusting as needed.
Assess assigned territories, prospective students, applicants, and admitted students to deepen relationships and inform understanding and projections pertinent to the likelihood to apply, deposit, or enroll.
Collaboration and Teamwork
Work closely with other departments to ensure a seamless admissions process.
Collaborate with academic departments and faculty to promote specific programs and initiatives.
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with admissions and recruitment best practices
Assist with in-person and virtual recruitment events
Perform other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent public speaking skills
Ability to relate to people from a variety of backgrounds
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Active US Driver's License
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with admissions CRM systems
Willingness to travel extensively, including evenings and weekends throughout the year
Must submit Cover Letter and Resume
Preferred Qualifications:
Sales, Marketing, or College Admissions
Reporting to this position: No direct reports
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidates must complete a full satisfactory background check
Unusual Circumstances related to the position: requires travel, evening and/or weekend work, blackout periods
Position requires frequent off-site travel during the workday that cannot be reasonably accommodated through public transportation. Employee must be…