Miles Community College is seeking a dynamic, goal-oriented, self-driven Admissions Counselor. This position is responsible for the College’s recruitment efforts, which includes travel to college fairs and high school visits, conducting campus tours, coordination of Preview Days and campus visits, and communications with prospective and new students of all ages, backgrounds, and academic interests.

Qualifications: This position requires an associate’s degree with a bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong skills in Microsoft Office products and databases, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are required. Previous experience in sales, college recruiting, or marketing is preferred. Previous experience with a student information system or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software experience preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and have the ability to travel long distances, drive at night and in inclement weather, lift 40 pounds, work occasional evenings and weekends, obtain a passport, and present oneself in a professional manner.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for promotion of the College through high school visitations, college fairs, career fair, and other community and regional events.

• Visit all high schools assigned per recruitment plan and develop relationships with high school counselors and related personnel. • Knowledge of all academic programs offered through Miles Community College including all continuing education and workforce development initiatives and be able to relay the information to potential students, parents, counselors, community agencies, and other interested parties.

• Assist prospective students in navigating the college’s admissions and advising process. This includes assisting these prospective students in identifying resources on the College campus that would include student support services, academic advising, financial aid counseling, and Veteran’s benefits assistance.

• Provide campus tours, facilitate student/parent question and answer sessions, and assist families with the admissions process to include general academic advising information.

• Plan and administer all Campus Preview Days for high school students, and organize and facilitate student recruitment events for special populations of students, including adult learners.

• Assist with facilitation of Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) sessions, and assist Student Engagement and Enrollment Services offices with the planning of Welcome Wagon and participate in Welcome Wagon weekend. • Compile admissions packets and other promotional materials used for recruiting.

• Utilize constituent relationship management (CRM) software, student information system, and Microsoft programs such as Outlook Excel to create and generate recruitment mail and email campaigns and coordinate prospect management. This will include compiling and reporting prospect data to supervisors.

• Advise Student Ambassador Program.

• Fulfill recruitment responsibilities per recruitment plan which includes managing and executing communication plans, working towards targeted enrollment goals.

• Serve on selected college committees as requested.

• Must be able to work evening hours and occasional weekends. Significant travel, including overnight travel, required.

• Perform tasks as delegated by the Director of Financial Aid and Admissions or the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Educational Support Services.

Application Process: To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, résumé, list of three references, unofficial college transcripts, and a completed MCC Employment Application and Background Check Information Form to Carrie Preller, Human Resource Coordinator, Miles Community College, 2715 Dickinson Street, Miles City MT 59301 or you may submit your application package electronically on our website. First review of candidates will begin June 17, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

For further information about this employment opportunity and a MCC application please view our website at www.milescc.edu.

Miles Community College is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an environment of respect and acceptance, one that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person who enters our doors. We believe that a rich diversity of people and the many points of view they bring to campus serve to enhance the quality of the educational experience at MCC. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.