Admissions Counselor

Admission Counselor

Whitworth University is a residential campus shaped by learning, curiosity, and community life. This role is based on campus and requires consistent, in-person engagement.

Whitworth University is seeking an Admission Counselors to join our team of dedicated admission professionals. As an Admissions Counselor at Whitworth, you will engage prospective students and parents in all phases of the recruitment process and play a pivotal role in advancing the university's recruitment and retention efforts. Serving as an Admission Counselor at Whitworth offers a unique opportunity to grow as a professional with a passion for Christian higher education. Successful candidates will be part of the Promotional Pathways for Admissions. The Promotional Pathways for Admissions is a program that creates professional development opportunities for Admission Counselors to develop their skills and abilities in recruitment and receive promotions based on their progress. More details will be shared throughout the search process and here is a quick outline:

• Admissions Counselor (by meeting key performance goals over 12-18 months an admissions counselor can be considered for promotion to Senior Admissions Counselor)
• Senior Admissions Counselor (by meeting key performance goals over 12-18 months a Senior Admissions counselor can be considered for promotion to Assistant Director)
• Assistant Director

Recruitment and Travel | 30%

• Represent Whitworth at recruitment functions including high school/community college visits, college fairs, alumni events, activities of community-based organizations, etc., in an assigned geographic territory. Travel for the position will consist of approximately 8-12 weeks, including evening and weekend commitments, concentrated in the fall and spring.
• Manage a recruitment territory, including maintaining historical records of travel, key school/alumni contacts, regional higher education trends, and outcomes.
• Serve as a first contact and primary representative of Whitworth to prospective students and families from diverse backgrounds, communicating an in-depth knowledge of the university's mission, academic and co-curricular programs, and other distinctive offerings throughout the recruitment process.

On-campus Events | 30%

• Promote and participate in on-campus visit programs for prospective students. This will involve several evening and weekend commitments throughout the year.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of the department's master calendar with relation to recruitment events, campus visit programs, correspondence and other enrollment activities.
• Assist in providing adequate staffing in the office and across campus during the peak visit season, large recruitment events and other times as needed.

Relationship Building | 30%

• Engage prospective students in ongoing communication through face-to-face meetings, email, written correspondence, phone calls, texting and social media. Maintain a strong customer service orientation with timely responses to inquiries and questions.
• Serve as a liaison to connect prospective students with key university offices such as Financial Aid, Student Life, Academics, Athletics, etc.
• Review and evaluate undergraduate admissions applications and make admissions decisions based on students' ability to be successful at Whitworth.

Other | 10%

• Serve as an active member of the admissions team, contributing to the development and implementation of strategies to achieve the university's enrollment goals.
• Review university communications and stay current on programs and policies in order to provide accurate information to prospective students about the opportunities available at Whitworth.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in recruitment and retention of undergraduate students.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications and Core Competencies

• A bachelor's degree is preferred and Whitworth considers candidates with a wide range of educational backgrounds. We value the skills and knowledge candidates bring to Whitworth, regardless of the paths they have taken to acquire them.
• Work experience that matches the responsibilities of the position.
• University experience desirable.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church
• Availability and commitment to travel for extended periods (with approximately 8-10 weeks in the fall and 2-4 weeks in the spring).
• Availability and commitment to work several evenings and weekends throughout the year providing office and visit support as needed.
• The physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as well as bending, stooping, and kneeling for the purposes of setting up and taking down admissions displays.
• A valid driver's license

• Experience working with high school students and their parents/guardians.
• Excellent public speaking and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience working with a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) or relational database program preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, exercise independent judgment, prioritize work, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a part of a team.
• Bilingual abilities in Spanish preferred.

Schedule Full-time (1.0 FTE) | 12 months | 40 hours per week Whitworth office hours are 8 AM to 4:30 PM Monday – Friday. This position does require travel, which includes approximately 8-10 weeks in the fall and 2-4 weeks in the spring. Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university's mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of employment, including those on OPT. Whitworth University does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

You are on this webpage because a position at Whitworth sparked your curiosity. If you find yourself questioning hitting the apply button because you might not meet 100% of the qualifications, we think you should do it! When you click apply and submit an application, your application is reviewed by a committee of real, living, and breathing human beings who want to understand your background, experience and skills to find ways you relate to the key competencies needed for success in the position.

Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our faith statement resource page for more information.

Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

At Whitworth University, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our faculty, staff, and their families by offering an extensive benefits package. Eligible employees can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched 403 (b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission programs available for employees, their spouses, and dependents
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Accrued vacation and sick leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE). All staff accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month and 10 to 20 days of vacation per year, depending on employee category.
• 2 days of Floating Holiday leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Resources for Christian vocation and calling
• No cost access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center
• 15 paid holidays throughout the year

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