Admissions Counselor

The Admissions Counselor position participates in all aspects of the Admissions Office, including the successful recruitment and enrollment of a diverse student population. Counselors must professionally represent Bridgewater College both on and off campus. This position typically requires extended travel. Counselors conduct interviews with prospective students and their families, evaluate student applications and make admissions decisions, build relationships with prospective students, high school counselors, alumni, and friends of the college through a variety of communication avenues. Participates in on-campus and off-campus recruitment events during traditional and non- traditional work hours and on the weekends

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement an active prospective student recruitment plan.
  1. Maintain accurate fact-book records detailing past admission application history with prospective student trends.
  2. Plan, schedule, and execute an effective data-driven fall and spring travel focused in assigned in-state and out-of-state territories.
  3. Build working relationships with key high school stakeholders within assigned in-state and out-of-state territories.
• Process completed applications
  1. Evaluate high school credentials of completed applications from assigned in-state and out-of-state territories to determine admission status.
  2. Serve as the primary backup to one fellow Admissions Counselor to aid in the evaluation of high school credentials of completed applications.
• Participate in on- and off-campus recruitment events during traditional and non-traditional work hours and on the weekends.
  1. On-campus events: Open Houses, Saturday rotation, Admitted Students Day, Prospective Eagles Day, Private College Week, New Student Orientations, Spring Sophomore/Junior Visits
  2. Off-campus events: off-campus reception and send-off parties.
• Actively seek professional development opportunities.
• Provide a high level of customer service to prospective students and their families during campus visits.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and social media; experience with CRM software is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to convey the value of a liberal arts education through excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Capable of presenting to diverse audiences in a variety of venues required.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment required.
• Poses strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details required.
• Have high levels of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism.

This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents.


GENERAL INFORMATION: Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville, Washington D.C., and Richmond, Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1,450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors, in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams. To learn more about Bridgewater College, visit: bridgewater.edu


APPLY: Complete the online application.

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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