Senior Admissions Recruiter, Graduate Admissions

Job Title

Recruitment Counselor

Location

Kennesaw, Georgia

Job Summary

Serves as primary contact and manager for prospective students from a specific geographic territory. Coordinates high school and/or community college visits, and attends college fairs, programs, and events to recruit students. Provides admissions counseling to prospective students on and off campus and assists with navigating the university's academic and co-curricular environment.

Responsibilities

- Manages assigned territory and planning for recruitment cycles - Counsels prospective student populations with goal of helping them apply, gain admission, and enroll at KSU - Advises prospective-students individually and in groups regarding admission requirements, degrees, and course selections - Trains new admissions counselors and front desk staff - Oversees activities and workflow that improves customer service levels, including allocating daily work, coordinating communications with applicants, identifying workflow improvements to meet the needs of prospective students - Works with faculty and staff on KSU general admission requirements for prospective students - Travels locally and possibly nationally to recruit students - Remains abreast of changing policies and procedures in university admissions and enrollment services - Proactively serves and provides guidance, counseling, and advisement to students regarding processes and policies related to enrollment - Provides coverage for admissions and information sessions as needed

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field Other Required Qualifications Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license Required Experience Three (3) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications Bilingual (English and Spanish) with a high level of proficiency in each language Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience Experience working with university databases Experience in admissions recruiting in an educational environment

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Able to work in a fast-paced work environment Able to work nights and weekends as needed Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines KNOWLEDGE Familiar with social media and fluent in technology used to recruit and counsel prospective students SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel over 75% of the time This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced Education MVR 9 Panel Lab Drug Test Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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