Admissions Coordinator

Department Overview The Admissions Counselor plays a dual role supporting both the outreach and enrollment efforts of the university. This position is responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies to attract a diverse and qualified applicant pool, while also managing the end-to-end application review and processing workflow. Serving as an admissions counselor with a focus on undergraduate, Masters, and PhD programs, this individual provides personalized guidance to prospective students from initial inquiry through enrollment. Function/Duties of Position Develop and implement recruitment plans for assigned undergraduate, Masters, and PhD programs Represent the university at college fairs, school visits, community events, and virtual sessions. Deliver presentations to prospective students and families about academic offerings, application procedures, financial aid, and student life. Build and maintain strong relationships with college advisors, and community-based organizations. Advise and counsel prospective students on admissions requirements, timelines, and program options. Counsel denied applicants on ways to strengthen application for future years. Admissions Processing Manage application files for assigned programs, ensuring timely and accurate processing of documents. Review applications and supporting materials in accordance with admissions policies and program-specific requirements. Ensure data integrity in the admissions software, student information system, and reporting tools. Collaborate with operations and technical teams to troubleshoot application or system issues. Assist other Admissions Counselors with processing as needed Other duties as assigned Collaboration and Coordination Serve as a liaison to academic departments and support units to align recruitment and processing efforts. Coordinate with marketing and communications on outreach materials, email campaigns, and social media content tailored to prospective students. Assist in organizing and executing on-campus and virtual recruitment events, open houses, and admitted student days. Other duties as assigned Reporting and Continuous Improvement Report on recruitment trends, applicant conversion rates, and yield strategies. Make data-informed recommendations to improve the recruitment pipeline and streamline processing procedures. Participate in staff training, professional development, and process enhancement initiatives. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Four years of general office or secretarial experience; OR An Associate's degree or certificate in office occupations or office technology and two years of general office or secretarial experience; OR A Bachelor's degree and two years of general office or secretarial experience; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., salesforce), Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual communication tools. Valid Driver's License Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications Master's preferred in higher education, student affairs, or related field. 2-4 years of experience in college admissions or student services. Experience with both recruitment and application processing in a university setting. Knowledge of best practices in holistic application review and student engagement. Familiarity with a specific student population (e.g., transfer, international, nursing, first-gen). Bilingual or multilingual abilities Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr