Shenandoah University’s Office of Admissions is accepting
applications for a First-Year Admissions Counselor. This is a
full-time benefited position located on our main campus in
Winchester, Virginia.
The First-Year Admissions Counselor manages all activities
necessary to recruit students, within a designated territory, to
Shenandoah University in order to meet individual and team
enrollment goals. Counselors must have or acquire substantial
knowledge about their territory, exercise discretion and
independent judgment in developing recruitment strategies for their
designated territories and provide a high quality of service to
prospective students and families throughout the recruitment,
application and acceptance/enrollment processes.
The admissions counselor will often be the prospective student’s
first contact with the university and must recognize the importance
of building a relationship based on the professional, correct, and
timely exchange of information. The admissions counselor is also a
liaison between prospective families and the faculty and staff of
other university departments. In this role, the admissions
counselor will be responsible for general recruitment of all
academic programs. The ability and willingness to work among a
team, independently, and until the task is completed successfully,
is essential.
Primary responsibilities:
Working collaboratively as a member of the First-Year
Recruitment team, admissions counselors will be expected to utilize
past and current data to analyze the impact, progress, and
effectiveness of prior recruitment strategies and events within
their designated territories, and then exercise their discretion
and independent judgment to create, implement and execute
individual recruitment strategies for the upcoming season within
their designated territories.
Counselors will propose and make adjustments to prior years’
recruitment strategies and events schedules, including
discontinuing, modifying or relocating previously held events.
Counselors also will be expected to develop special outreach
campaigns and new events, that will pique the interest of
prospective students in the territory (and/or their parents).
Counselors will be responsible for planning, implementing, and
executing their campaigns and events, and selecting which high
schools to visit and which college fairs to attend.
Responsible for developing innovative approaches to increase
awareness and develop interest among groups within the designated
territory. These groups include, but are not limited to,
prospective students and families, school counselors and
administrators, school and community organizations, private
instructors, and independent education counselors.
Reviewing applications, and then exercising discretion and
independent judgment, including their wledge of factors
contributing to student success, to determine best fit candidates
for admission within their designated territory. Counselors are
also responsible for notifying applicants of their admission
decisions.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited
to:
Enthusiastically and professionally representing the university
at off-campus recruitment events.
Working in coordination with the Admissions Welcome Center
Coordinator, assisting in the planning and executing of campus
visits for prospective students, families, and school/community
groups. This requires collaboration with other university
departments, most commonly academic faculty, student life
organizations, and athletics.
Giving admissions presentations to large and small groups
during daily campus visits and coordinated group visits, as well as
providing main campus tours and special tours of other buildings,
as needed. Fully participating in on-campus recruitment events that
occur throughout the year, including, but not limited to, Open
Houses, Student Shadow Days, Interviews, and Auditions.
Independently managing a series of Saturday Visits throughout
the fall and spring, which will be distributed equitably among the
members of the Freshmen Recruitment team.
Maintaining student records and communicate with prospective
families.
Coordinating, monitoring, and reporting on progress of,
recruiting programs to special populations, such as Presidential
Scholars program and Shenandoah Conservatory’s performing arts
auditions.
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by
supervisor(s).
Required Skills
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- Outstanding interpersonal skills are essential
- Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
- Familiarity with Apple computers and software, as well as
Microsoft software, including Word and Excel
- Experience with various admissions technologies, including the
CRM Slate by Technolutions, preferred
- Attention to details, ability to prioritize and complete tasks,
and meet deadlines
- Ability to adapt to, and utilize, numerous technology
applications appropriately
- A basic understanding of how to use data in order to accomplish
a goal
- Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and to
travel overnight with a schedule averaging 12-18 weeks per year.
Adhering to university policies and procedures regarding travel is
required.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. into and out of a vehicle.
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to
pass a driving background check.
How to Apply:
The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and
contact information for three professional references. Applications
will be reviewed immediately and will continue until a qualified
candidate is selected.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a
satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of
hire.
**Authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of
employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a
position to sponsor international visas.
Shenandoah University values individuals and communities'
unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to
foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where
individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin,
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s
status, or on any other basis protected under applicable
law.
Required Experience
Salary Range
$40,000.00 - $41,000.00
Salary Type
Not Applicable
