SEASONAL - Senior Admissions Counselor -Enrollment Specialist

Summary

Louisburg College is a private, residential, two-year with enrollment ranging from 400-500 students. This Seasonal Senior Admissions Counselor coordinates and supports certain individual programs of Louisburg College. The Counselor coordinates communication with high schools and independent counseling communities. Admissions recruitment, counseling, outreach, and application review are all significant functions of this position. This role is functionally cross trained in admissions, financial aid, and course registration. This position collaborates with colleagues to schedule campus visits, plan admissions events, and communicate effectively with prospective students. This position is full-time seasonal/temporary and may be extended or eligible for full-time employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent the College both on-campus and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process.
• Plan and implement recruitment activities for assigned high schools and territories, including travel to distant sites in the state of North Carolina and other states or territories as assigned. Admissions Counselors must maintain a clean driving record void of excessive citations, traffic violations, and any other driving-related incidents.
• Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the College.
• One-on-one admissions counseling to diverse populations. Admissions counseling occurs primarily through in-person appointments, visits, phone calls, and emails.
• Review applications and other materials submitted by applicants for the purpose of making admissions decisions.
• Coordinate and contribute to the success of various student visit programs designed to recruit targeted prospective applicants to the College. These programs require significant collaboration with other departments and offices across campus.
• In close consultation with the VPEM/Director, manage ongoing strategic communications with high school and independent counselors, including email, print, and other media.
• Assist in developing and delivering on-campus events and programs for counseling groups and individuals.
• This position requires the ability to travel to remote locations and to load and transport admission materials, displays and other equipment.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required, especially during the travel season.
• Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills are necessary, including public speaking skills and the ability to present the College in a positive way to diverse populations.
• Ability to represent the admissions profession prositively through a strong, student-centered ethic.
• Ability to understand and adapt to the cross-functionality of the three focus areas of enrollment (admissions, institutional aid, and registration).
• Basic familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Admissions events, evenings, and weekend are required for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An earned Associate's degree, Bachelor's preferred, or an equivalency of knowledge and skills.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to travel and work nights and weekends as necessary.
• Previous sales, financial aid, registration, or admissions experience at a college preferred.
• At least 1 year of higher education experience preferred, in particular, college admissions, financial aid, or registration experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent organizational and communications skills with competence in both oral and written English.
• Ability to answer various inquiries from prospective students, parents, teachers, and counselors.
• Ability to be a cooperative, supportive, and productive team member with a positive attitude.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
• Ability to adapt to new and innovative situations.
• Ability to support and recruit in a multicultural environment.
• Appreciation for the higher education experience.

TO APPLY

Send a cover letter, resume, and at least three (3) professional references to Human Resources at hr@louisburg.edu

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Louisburg College, related by faith to the Methodist Church, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications of all qualified individuals. It is the policy and practice of the College to provide equal opportunity to all persons. The College does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, national origin, age (as defined by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act), religion, gender, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, advancement, compensation, benefits, transfer, and termination.

Organization

Louisburg College is the only two-year residential college in North Carolina. Louisburg College allows students to excel in the classroom and within the campus community. Our students are a part of a learning community where faculty and staff enthusiastically offer the support they need to discover their path in life and reach their full potential.

At Louisburg College, our philosophy is "students first." We believe strongly in the value of a two-year, supportive, opportunity-driven educational institution committed to nurturing young men and women both inside and outside the classroom.

As a college-related by faith to the United Methodist Church, we also believe that higher education involves the growth of the mind and the heart.