Admissions Senior Counselor

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

200210 Admissions

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 107 H

Compensation Range:

$23.06 - $32.29

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Executes the plan for recruitment and admission of students to academic programs. Interviews and counsels prospective students. Oversees implementation of internal and external recruitment activities. Develops the knowledge, style and the presence which project the appropriate dynamic image of the University and its range of available opportunities. Oversees admissions program(s) or areas of focus, such as transfer students, scholarship or specific academic areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the admission process for academic program(s). Acts as a liaison to the University of Rochester Admissions Office and the College regarding admission processes. Reviews all applicants for admission.

• Manages recruitment plan and delegates workload to appropriate staff. May participate in decision-making process. Cultivates relationships with Placement Offices and faculty.

• May assign work, special projects, and applications procedures to available clerical personnel. May assign other staff members tasks to answer items of correspondence. May interview, hire, and train employees.

• Oversees the development and management of a data management system for applicants. Uses the University’s data management system to retrieve and analyze information. Oversees the development of accurate reports from the various data management systems.

• Assists with budget for purposes of recruitment, publications, and marketing.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience in admissions required

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Advanced work in statistics, education, counseling and testing, and/or public relations preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.