What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor I - Office of Admissions position at Southeast Missouri State University?
Salary : Depends on Qualifications
Location : Cape Girardeau, MO
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202400335
Division : Enrollment Management and Student Success
Department : Admissions
Opening Date : 09 / 27 / 2024
Position Summary
Admissions Counselor I
Office of Admissions
Full-Time
Southeast Missouri State University's Office of Admissions is seeking a professional to advise students and families on the college search and enrollment processes. The Admission Counselor will manage a recruitment territory, develop recruitment strategies, and execute outreach in their assigned territory.
The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, results-oriented, energetic professional who can succeed working independently. They will be a member of the University's admissions team - a team that is student-focused and committed to offering personal support for every student to persist in college and complete their degree.
This role is integral to the University's enrollment management efforts and responsible for developing new student enrollment to meet institutional goals.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Guide new students through college visit, application, and enrollment steps within an assigned geographic territory
- Develop relationships with prospective students, family members, and high school counselors
- Collaborate with school districts to deliver early awareness, financial aid, and college planning presentations
- Implement recruitment activities such as application workshops, webinars, and information sessions
- Travel regularly, including evenings and weekends to visit schools and attend college fairs
- Provide presentations to small and large groups
- Host community-based events, support on-campus special events, and meet daily with campus visitors
- Conduct 1 : 1 recruitment outreach daily by video and audio calls, email, text, and in-person
- Engage with students on social platforms (e.g., ZeeMee, College Vine)
- Maintain accurate student records in the University's customer relationship management (CRM) and student information systems (SIS)
Required Qualifications
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline : To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by October 19, 2024 . This position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
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Additional Information
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) : Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
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