Admission Counselor I - Senior Admissions Counselor II

Position Details

Req ID:

req19330

Position Title:

Admission Counselor I - Senior Admissions Counselor II

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

AS9560

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Undergraduate Recruitment

Location Address:

219 Student Union
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Kelsey Pitts

Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):

19.25 - 30.00, Hourly

Work Schedule:

M-F 8am-5pm; additional time may be required for events

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Recruit and assist prospective students to OSU Undergraduate Admissions and meet individual territory and overall admission enrollment goals. Serve, promote and represent the University by being the primary point of contact for prospective students, families and counselors. Discuss policies/procedures required for admission, housing, scholarships/financial aid with prospective students, families and counselors. Proactively anticipate student needs and respond appropriately. Conduct trend analysis for an assigned territory; formulate action plans based on analysis. Work in conjunction with recruitment staff and leadership to integrate the results of analysis and planning into the University’s overall enrollment plan.

Job Summary: Demonstrate self direction, creativity and strategic thinking in prospect development, yield enhancement activities, information services and problem resolution. Determine and execute strategies for effective outreach for an assigned territory; develop and initiate communication/activities to accomplish enrollment goals. Outreach includes measured benchmarks of student contact including monthly goals for calls, texts, emails and personal interactions. Give presentations to large and small groups of prospective students/families, on and off campus, about the opportunities available at OSU; provide campus tours when needed and actively participate in recruitment on and off-campus events. Assist with daily office operations including answering phones, responding to email, greeting and providing counsel to prospective students, families and guests to meet our customer service goals. Participate in the development and execution of on and off-campus recruitment, conversion and yield activities/events designed to market Oklahoma State University to prospective transfer students. An essential function of this position is to maintain a personalized public presence in a wide range of environments such as community colleges, college fairs, and community locations, among others. This may include and not limited to publication and broadcast of full name, work contact information, and time date, and/or location of recruitment activity. Travel (in-state and out-of-state) away from campus and/or regional office multiple times per month with the duration ranging from 1 to 12 days. Overnight stays often required depending on the time of year. Ability to lift 45lbs. Work schedule may extend beyond regular office hours of 8am to 5pm Monday – Friday, as needed, to complete assignments. Employment is contingent upon success and completion of pre-employment background investigation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A cover letter, resume and list of three professional references is required for full consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree conferred prior to or upon start date.

One-year related experience

Valid Driver's License required

This job requires a high level of internal and external public contact serving as a liaison between the Admissions Office, various academic units and other organizations within the university. Strong written, verbal communication and technical skills are necessary. Knowledge of MS applications.

Ability to lift 45 lbs. (boxes of recruiting materials).

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Five years related experience; two of those years as an Oklahoma State University admissions counselor

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.