Job Description

The Admission Counselor represents Austin Peay State University at college fairs and high school/community college recruitment visits in the designated city and surrounding areas and counsels prospective students and their parents regarding admission requirements, academic programs, financial aid and scholarships, residence halls, student organizations, and activities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Contribute to the achievement of University enrollment and recruitment goals and objectives by representing Austin Peay State University at college fairs and high school/community college recruitment visits and alumni functions; advising and creating positive relationships with prospective students and their parents regarding admission requirements, academic programs, financial aid and scholarships, residence halls, student organizations and activities.
Assist with the development of publications used for admissions and recruitment; responding to and initiating written, phone, email, and in-person inquiries; meet with students and parents; make formal presentations.
Develop and coordinate recruitment plans for target high schools and community colleges in the designated area.
Advise supervisory personnel of the progress of ongoing responsibilities by maintaining accurate records of student and high school/community college contacts and preparing reports concerning recruitment and admission activities.
Coordinate the efforts of interested alumni to assist in recruitment by attending alumni events and activities in the designated area, creating a network of alumni employed in high school guidance, teaching, and administrative positions, serving as liaison between Austin Peay's alumni and the Office of Admissions, and assisting the Alumni Office in achieving goals in the designated area.
Compile data and reports using Enrollment Information Service, ACT Information Manager, school visit data, and observations in assessing and tracking a territory management plan.
Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Remain competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Associate Director of Admissions.
Assist with meeting enrollment, recruitment, and student service objectives of the University by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Perform additional duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills and sensitivity to issues related to the retention and recruitment of a varied student body are required.
Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently are required.
The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Must have a valid driver's license.
Some data entry and computer work is required.
The scope of the job includes many evening and weekend responsibilities, primarily during the fall and spring semesters

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

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Admissions Counselor

Austin Peay State University

601 College St, Clarksville, TN 37044, USA

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