Transfer Admissions Counselor

Counselor Position

This is a counselor position within the admissions department, primarily responsible for the recruitment of undergraduate transfer, international, traditional adult, and non-traditional adult students to the University.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effectively managing the recruitment of prospective transfer, international, traditional adult, and non-traditional adults, and readmission students for all terms and freshmen for spring and summer terms.
• Responsible for the use of the Slate and Banner to correspond with prospective students.
• Counsels prospective applicants on admissions and financial aid processes and opportunities.
• Responsible for explaining the various enrollment management practices, procedures, and policies of the University to prospective students, parents, and community college counselors.
• Provides follow-up to students and parents via phone, letters, email, and scheduled appointments.
• Responsible for completing phone calls, face-to-face visits, and written correspondence.
• Reviews admission applications, evaluates credentials and makes admission decisions.
• Responsible for the scheduling and visitation of designated community colleges, places of employment, and other locations.
• Responsible for attending college fairs and various other recruiting programs that are deemed necessary to attract students to the University.
• Adheres to University policies and procedures regarding travel and procurement.
• Will need to drive on behalf of the University.
• Responsible for performing related work as needed or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• One to three years of experience in enrollment management or related field
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to deal with confidential information and the diverse needs of campus visitors through superior customer service.
• Ability to manage projects and work independently; ability and willingness to work irregular hours, evenings, and weekends
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude; strong commitment to customer service and student focus
• Valid driver's license required or must have reliable transportation to travel on behalf of the university.

Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): Yes

Required to Pass a Credit Check: No

Commitment to Diversity: RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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