Job Details

Admissions Counselor

Job ID: 299006
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. ...

Job Summary

The Admissions Counselor plans and carries out the recruitment and counseling of prospective students; and serves as official representative of Georgia Southern University at college fairs, high school visits, and other recruitment activities within an assigned territory. There is opportunity for limited remote work in this position, depending on the needs of the office throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Provide information concerning all aspects of the University to prospective students and their families
• Travel extensively (including overnight, week-long trips) to attend and present at college fairs, high schools, admission events and other community events to recruit for Georgia Southern University
• Plan strategic recruitment initiatives to meet enrollment goals for a set population or territory
• Encourage, promote, and maintain favorable relations with school counselors and other educators
• Maintain regular correspondence with prospective students by telephone, email, and handwritten letters
• Promote scholarship opportunities offered from the Office of Admissions to eligible students
• Work with co-workers to meet enrollment goals for assigned territory and new students
• Assist with various marketing activities, applicant file evaluation and a variety of other recruitment-related activities

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience
One (1) years of related work experience
Experience in college admissions or enrollment office

Proposed Salary

$21.50 per hour