Admissions Counselor

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .


Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904


College/Department Information

At Augusta University, you notice your life changing from day one.

You discover classes that challenge you, meet faculty members who inspire you, and dive into work that fulfills you. You make friends from around the city, the country, and the world. And thanks to all those hands-on, real world opportunities that we're known for, you grow more skillful, knowledgeable, curious, and confident every day.


Job Summary

Admissions Counselors represent Augusta University at programs and events on and off campus to recruit new undergraduate students to AU. They coordinate recruitment-based projects and activities and serve as territory managers for an assigned geographic territory to enroll a set target of new students each semester. Excellence in customer service is expected for all interactions with prospective students, families, and community agencies. This position requires extensive travel within an assigned territory to provide institutional and admissions information to prospective and newly admitted students. Evening and weekend work is required.


Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Territory Management

Develop and execute recruitment strategies to meet first-year student admission funnel and overall enrollment goals from an assigned geographic territory. Analyze historical target population student data to develop recruitment initiatives and assess effectiveness.

Recruitment Events

Represent AU at on- and off-campus events and programs, providing institutional and admission information to recruit students to attend AU. Facilitate daily campus information sessions and campus tours.

Communication

Communicate with prospective students, families, and community agencies through in - person and virtual appointments, telephone calls, and emails. Participate in extensive outreach to students both in the assigned territory and holistically to drive student action and meet enrollment goals.

Special Populations

Assist with the recruitment of dual enrollment, international, transfer, and non-degree students as needed to support overall departmental enrollment goals.

Other Duties

Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned, to include participation in institutional, divisional, and departmental committees and work groups.


Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Valid Driver's license required.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in higher education.

Knowledge of Microsoft applications

Experience with Slate CRM

Experience with student recruitment, admissions counseling, or related student-facing work


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of accounting, Excel, and cognitive ability for data analysis.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

SKILLS

Strong memory for detail

Strong customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA

Reliable means of transportation

Ability to cover travel cost with reimbursement after the fact

Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible hours

Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people and commitment to belonging

Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently.


Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Evening and weekend work is required (work outside of the standard business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position).

Pay Band: B7

Salary: $43,888/annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!


Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.


Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.


Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.


How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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