Hiram College invites applications for the position of Admission Counselor in the Office of Admissions. We seek a dynamic professional with experience in academic enrollment and public presentations.
Hiram College was established in 1850 as the Western Reserve Eclectic Institute. It is a nationally respected, private residential liberal arts college located 30 miles east of Cleveland. The College’s distinctive academic calendar offers students the opportunity for a 3-week intensive course, study abroad program, internship, or research experience every semester. Hiram has recently rebranded with The New Liberal Arts theme, along with major investments in learning technologies. It is an exciting time to be a Hiram Terrier!
The Admission Counselor is the primary contact person between prospective students, their communities, and Hiram College. The counselor makes frequent public presentations regarding Hiram College, its programs, and its services. The incumbent will conduct individual interviews, meetings, and group discussions with various stakeholders. This position is a full-time, professional staff, exempt position with benefits.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions, the Admission Counselor’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following*:
- Interviews and group information sessions, recruitment travel, evaluation of applicants for admission, and regular follow-up communication with students and constituencies.
- Communicate effectively with students and alumni, faculty, and administrators, including strong utilization of social media.
- Maintain active contact with designated target recruitment populations as well as the extended recruitment team in designated recruitment territories.
- Respond to inquiries from families and prospective students as needed.
- Must develop: A complete understanding of the admission and recruitment policies of Hiram College; a detailed knowledge of academic programs offered by Hiram; an in-depth knowledge of the policies and procedures governing the distribution of student financial aid; broad-based knowledge of student activities, residential life, athletic programs, learning support services, and other extra-academic programs and services provided by Hiram; and familiarity with educational records including high school transcripts and evaluation systems, standardized tests scores, international educational records, and college transcripts.
- Evaluate candidates for admission to Hiram College through review of their educational credentials and personal communication.
- Acting on authority delegated by the Administration of Hiram College, exercise independent judgment in reaching admission decisions in the majority of cases.
- Responsible for the initiation, execution, and analysis of special projects at the discretion of the supervisor.
- Present Hiram College in a favorable light with individuals, small groups, and large groups.
- Resolve conflicts between families of prospective students and Hiram College, which arise as part of the admission process.
- Multi-task throughout the day with a variety of duties and projects.
- Travel approximately 8-12 weeks per semester, out-of-state and internationally when required.
- Visit dozens of high schools, colleges, career centers, college fairs, group information sessions, interviews, and college counselor events each year.
- Frequently work evenings and weekends as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution is required.
- Valid Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one.
- Admission’s experience at a regionally accredited institution of higher education is preferred.
- Ability to travel locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a diverse community.
- Must possess superior interpersonal and public speaking skills, as well as written and oral communication.
- Evidence of success in the development and maintenance of collaborative relationships.
- Ability to work as part of a team, and the confidence to work independently.
- Ability to work in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment.
Application Process
For full consideration for this position, please attach a letter of interest, resume, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references as a Word or PDF document(s). Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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