What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor position at Clemson University?
Works closely with prospective students, high school guidance counselors, parents, alumni, community leaders and other constituencies to promote university diversity goals and recruit the best possible and most diverse students to attend Clemson University. Evaluates and processes applications for admission with attention to detail. Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
30% - Essential - Potential Student Evaluation: Evaluates academic credentials and reviews application information of potential students in a fashion consistent with current Admissions office and University procedures. Makes and communicates admissions decisions. Meets with prospective student and provides accurate information on admission and curriculum to foster effective prospective student experiences with the University.
30% - Essential - Promotions and Sponsored Events: Promotes and represents the University to prospective students, their families, and school officials at college fairs, recruitment events, and information sessions. Assists in the development and operation of admissions sponsored events, with an emphasis on promoting diversity and university enrichment. Provide students and parents with excellent customer services within the context of effective counseling toward the goal of student success.
20% - Essential - Admissions Office Communication: Initiates communication with prospective students and high school counselors regarding admissions and recruitment processes, activities, and decisions. Responds to requests for information received by the Admissions office via email, telephone, and other forms of the communication. Stays abreast in existing University technology to communicate with prospects and applicants for admissions.
20% - Essential - Travel and Recruitment Territory/Population Management: Maintains a full travel or Online contact schedule for assigned recruitment territory or population. Must follow the State of South Carolina's guide for travel expenses.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Experience - 1 year of experience in student services or related programs
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 37.5; Anticipated Hiring Range ($38,900.00 - $40,833.00)
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
June 16, 2023
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.
Salary : $38,900 - $40,833