Full Time College Counselor

Department Admissions Job Family Administrator Vassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of a posting. Vassar College is seeking a full-time Admission Counselor. The Admission Counselor will join a creative and inclusive team responsible for representing Vassar and participating in the selection of candidates for the entering class. This position will work collaboratively to support the enrollment and retention of intelligent, highly engaged, and creative students, regardless of their financial circumstances. The counselor will support and advocate for the College’s values regarding access, affordability, and inclusion. Responsibilities Represent Vassar to diverse audiences in high schools, at college fair programs, on campus, and through a range of online media.

Manage a recruitment territory which entails travel, reading, and review of applicants from a particular region.

Maintain relationships with secondary school officials, college access organizations, and partnership programs on behalf of Vassar.

Participate fully in the evaluation of applications and the selection of the first-year and transfer classes.

Work with one or more of the office’s initiatives such as diversity outreach, international outreach, campus events, communications, supporting alumni volunteers, and/or assisting with college counselor programming.

Ability to travel for several weeks; four weeks of fall travel and one to two weeks of spring/summer travel.

Perform additional responsibilities as delegated to support the operations of the department.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities Bachelor’s degree.

Commitment to diversity and building an inclusive community.

Excellent work ethic with a can-do attitude and a knack for creative problem solving.

Ability to work independently on tasks with minimal supervision.

Familiarity and comfort with technology and database systems.

When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations.