Admissions Counselor

Job Description

Faulkner University is seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Admissions Counselor for Undergraduate Admissions. The selected individual will serve as an advisor, counselor and interpreter of the University's policies to any individual seeking admission to the university. Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with the churches of Christ.

This is a full-time (40+ hours per week) position.

Summary of Duties:

• Recruit students to attend Faulkner University
• Visit churches and identify potential church of Christ students
• Generate contact information for prospective students through church listings, Christian high schools, youth rallies, Christian camps, College Day programs, high school visits and junior college visits
• Initiate correspondence with prospective students through personal home visits, letters, phone calls and campus visits
• Make scholarship recommendations for prospective students based on student's eligibility
• Assist in obtaining financial aid for the prospective student in conjunction with the financial aid office
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with high school and junior college guidance counselors
• Follow up on all student applications received

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Frequent travel required
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Active member of the church of Christ

For initial application submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement: Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff, which reflects the University's religious traditions, values and affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities. However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. For more information, please visit our website: