Overnight Counselor

Job Title: Admissions Counselor
North Central University Mission Statement
North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church. In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.
The Admissions Counselor recruits and coordinates university efforts to enroll qualified new students and assists in coordinating student services efforts throughout the campus.
Travel to represent the University at High Schools, Churches, College Fairs , AG Youth Conventions, and other youth events
Visit church youth groups and youth retreats to meet with prospective students
Develop relationships with guidance counselors, youth pastors, youth leaders, and other key figures who play a role in influencing potential students on their choice of school.
Assist in training and equipping students who travel and represent the University through our office
Make individual appointments to visit the prospective students and their families while traveling in their area
Provide preparing for college and financial aid presentations at high schools and churches
Represent the admissions office when outside groups use our facilities

40% Student Communication & Financial Aid Counseling
Communicate with new self-initiated inquiries, follow up with recent visitors, call and email students who have submitted an application or any application documents
Build relationships with admitted, deposited, and enrolled students
Walk through financial aid awarding conversations with each student and their family
Develop a relationship with the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, and Housing Offices to ensure there is an efficient flow of information about the students’ entire registration process to serve our students effectively
Call applicants who have been in “Application Started” or “Application Submitted” stages to determine if they will be completing their application and assist them with anything that will help them complete it
Provide financial counseling and follow up during move in day and welcome week
During specific seasons admissions counselors are expected to work a late night each week

Host visiting students and families for individual campus visits by answering questions regarding academics, campus life, spiritual life, financial aid, the opportunities of living in Minneapolis and any other area guests would like to discuss
Working with the Campus Visit Coordinator, you should help facilitate opportunities for the prospective student to attend chapel, classes, the cafeteria, meet with a professor or coach, audition for a music scholarship, or participate in other special interests a student has
Be available for unplanned “walk-in” campus visitor
Be aware of events on campus and in our community that can benefit our guests.
Correspond using phone, e-mail, and Facebook with accepted applicants prior to their arrival on campus regarding class registration, housing and financial aid.
10% Review Applications for Admissions and make Acceptance Decisions
Read the complete application form, review transcripts and any additional documentation, and evaluate accuracy of data within the information system to determine the student’s eligibility to be admitted to NCU
Make phone calls to the applicant, reference, or school as needed to clarify information and gather missing data regarding standards of conduct in applicant’s spiritual and academic life.
Grant acceptance to applicants who meet the admissions criteria
Present questionable applications for admission to the Executive Director of Admissions and the Admissions Committee
Review accepted applicant files for academic scholarships.
Award scholarships and inform accepted student during initial acceptance call.

A bachelor’s degree is required
Counselor must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be willing to live within the lifestyle statement of the University.
Previous sales and/or customer service experience preferred
Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends
Understands the North Central community, including the spiritual atmosphere, campus living, organizations and ministries, majors and curriculum and the opportunities of the Twin Cities area
Ability to lead and direct various projects
Work involves collaboration with a team of other admissions personnel in a professional office setting
Environmental Conditions
Work environment involves working in an urban, Christ-centered community

Equipment and Tools

• Use of a PC, telephone, and photocopier—approximately 70% of the time
• North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance.