What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Admission Counselor position at Saginaw Valley State University?
International Admission Counselor
External posting
Full-Time, Exempt , Administrative/Professional
JOB SUMMARY:
The International Admission Counselor will perform a variety of duties related to the initial assessment and review of applications for admission into Saginaw Valley State University. This position will be responsible for maintaining academic records, which includes reviewing transcripts from high schools, colleges, and universities, as well as testing agencies, and inputting data into the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and the Student Information System (SIS). They will help create and support relationships with prospective students, counselors, families, and international partners (i.e. recruiting agencies and partner institutions).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provides excellent and timely student-centered communication to prospective and admitted students, responding to student inquiries and proactively supporting students through steps in the admissions and enrollment process.
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Monitors volume of admissions-related documents and assists with data entry and processing tasks daily.
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Maintains a working knowledge of admissions processing procedures.
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Assists with high-level tasks such as international recruitment, data tracking, and any additional tasks that may be assigned.
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Involvement in all aspects of in-person and virtual (online) recruitment work for assigned territories, such as representing the College at college fairs, high school visits (locally, nationally and/or internationally).
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Conducting interviews and group information sessions with prospective students and families.
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Evaluating admissions applications and recommending admission decisions.
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Developing and maintaining relationships with students, parents/guardians and schools/community-based organization/independent counselors, as well as international recruiting agencies or institutional partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General supervision is received from the Director of International Admissions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree
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Valid Michigan driver’s license
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Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
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Ability to navigate campus/public buildings and grounds.
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Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
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Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
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Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally on occasion, including overnight stays.
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Flexibility to work a schedule that may include evenings, weekends, or travel as needed.
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Ability to work independently while engaging as a member of inter-office teams.
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Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to address large groups of students and/or adults.
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Ability to plan and organize a multifaceted personal and team workload.
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Demonstrate high level of initiative, enthusiasm, and perseverance.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
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Ability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in international student admissions, recruiting, or advising.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
Posted through: Open Until Filled
Applicants must apply online at jobs.svsu.edu.
About SVSU:
Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For nine consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2024).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is building the first university research station on Lake Huron, expanding its commitment to freshwater research and public health.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2024). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students.
