Graduate Admissions Counselor (posting extended)

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Graduate Admissions Counselor (posting extended) Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University

Elizabeth M. Garcia

Title IX Coordinator

The Office of Equity and Diversity

Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315

(570) 941-6645

University Mission

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at

Department GCE - Academic Services Job Purpose

The Graduate Admission Counselor is responsible for the recruitment of and outreach to new graduate and international prospective students. The Counselor will be responsible for cultivating and managing inquiries, helping prospective students through the admissions process and conducting student appointments in order to successfully meet targeted recruitment goals. The Graduate Admission Counselor will work closely with the Graduate & International Admissions team supporting office operations, policies and procedures.

Essential Duties

• Recruit new students at the graduate level for both domestic and international students, both on-campus and online as well as undergraduate international students
• Assist in coordination of outreach recruitment events/programs/activities to recruit and retain students through the yield phase of the admission process
• Have an in-depth knowledge of both the University and also topics pertinent to the international student
• Advise students regarding educational opportunities and options, admission and other requirements, policies and procedures, and financial assistance, as appropriate
  
  
  

Give large and small group presentations to a variety of audiences

• Maintain existing and new relationships with partners
• Research and attend college fairs and recruitment events reporting on travel productivity and expenses; Position may require evening and weekend work and travel
  
  
  

Actively manage prospective student inquiries and applications by executing a comprehensive communication plan including but not limited to email, phone, text and WhatsApp to students, parents, agent partners, and other partners

• Assist in developing and maintaining admissions materials including but not limited to print materials and web assets
• Utilizes effective communication skills with faculty, staff, and students; as well as off-campus constituents
  
  
  

Independently review and render decisions on undergraduate international applications; evaluate and verify academic credentials and other relevant factors

• Attend professional development opportunities ensuring up-to-date best practices within the profession
• Act as a point of contact during off-hours, as needed; Work evening or weekend hours during seasonal peaks
  
  
  

Additional Skills Required

• Outstanding organizational and planning skills
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency
• Excellent public speaking, communication and critical thinking skills
• Must be goal oriented and high energy
• Must be able to interact and work with students, faculty, and administrators
• Ability to use discretionary judgment
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with students, faculty, and staff
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment
• Must have the ability to travel
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no travel restrictions
• Must be willing and able to regularly engage in recruitment
• Available to work evenings/weekends
• Must be able to support the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
• Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission
  
  
  

Minimum Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
  
  
  

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements

• Customer service
• Knowledge of a Jesuit Education
• Knowledge of the University of Scranton or higher education administration experience
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience University Classification Professional FLSA Classification Exempt Schedule/Work Hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required. Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 12

Posting Details

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting has been extended. If you already applied to this position, you do not need to re-apply. Your application will still be under consideration.

Posting Number S0891P Open Date 01/31/2025 Close Date 02/07/2025 Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  
  

Optional Documents

• Other Document