"Admissions Counselor"

ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement an active prospective student recruitment plan. 

1. Maintain accurate fact-book records detailing past admission application history with prospective student trends.
2. Plan, schedule and execute an effective data driven fall and spring travel focused in assigned in-state and out-of-state territories.
3. Build working relationships with key high school stake holders within assigned in-state and out-of-state territories.

• Process completed applications

1. Evaluate high school credentials of completed applications from assigned in-state and out-of-state territories to determine admission status. 
2.  Serve as the primary back-up to one fellow Admissions Counselor to aide in the evaluation of high school credentials of completed applications.

• Participate in on- and off-campus recruitment events during traditional and non-traditional work hours and on the weekends.

1. On-campus events: Open Houses, Saturday rotation, Admitted Students Day, Prospective Eagles Day, Private College Week, New Student Orientations, Spring Sophomore/Junior Visits
2. Off-campus events: off-campus reception and send-off parties.

• Actively seek professional development opportunities.
• Provide a high level of customer service to prospective students and their families during campus visits.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and social media; experience with CRM software is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to convey the value of a liberal arts education through excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of presenting to diverse audiences in a variety of venues.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Poses strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details.
• Have high levels of energy, enthusiasm and professionalism.

Pay is competitive, and salary is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents. 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: humanresources@bridgewater.edu   

APPLICATION: Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, resume and three letters of reference. The letters of reference can be uploaded with the resume or emailed to humanresources@bridgewater.edu 

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position is open until filled. 

GENERAL INFORMATION:  Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville, Washington D.C., and Richmond, Bridgewater is home to approximately 1,400 full-time students from 26 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study across 60 majors and minors, in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 23 teams. To learn more about Bridgewater College, visit: bridgewater.edu   

COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant community committed to supporting a diverse workforce and actively seeks applications from women, minorities, and other persons from traditionally underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.bridgewater.edu/legal/non-discrimination-notice/ 

ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT: The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years:

https://bridgewater.app.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9

To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761