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If you would like to post a career opportunity, please contact Krista Meckling via the Contact page. Grace College and Theological Seminary: Admissions Counselor
Scope of Responsibilities: Represent Grace College to prospective students, parents, guidance counselors, pastors, youth directors and alumni for the purpose of recruiting, admitting and enrolling students. Interview prospective students during campus visits, recommend admission decisions and provide financial aid counseling and follow-up. Guide prospective students and parents through the admission and financial aid process. Oversee and coordinate the student ambassador program. Coordinate key aspects of the Presidential Scholarship Competition. An admissions counselor is the front line ambassador for Grace College. Weekly schedules vary but will include travel plus weekend and evening work. Any long distance charges incurred while calling from home will be reimbursed. Objective: In addition to specialized assignments, each admissions representative will be responsible for recruiting and enrolling prospective students in their assigned regions. Specific Duties Include: Completing contact flow daily sheets as generated by i5 system. Work on the Presidential Scholarship Competition, including finalist interviews including times and locations. Building relationships with pastors and youth directors of both Grace Brethren and non-Brethren congregations. Networking with alumni and friends of the college. Organizing high school visit and college fair participation. Maintaining contact with prospective students via telephone and email throughout the recruiting cycle. Follow-up activities with prospective students and parents in a timely manner. Entering data into an Excel spreadsheet to track the progress of prospective students in territory. Daily enter data into the i5 computer system, logging comments from conversations with students and other information to update the system as to the student’s application/acceptance status. Logistical responsibilities for scheduling travel, including planned itinerary, accommodations, vehicle requirements, etc. Developing territory plans and tracking measurements, contacts, phone calls, campus visits, applications received, applicants accepted, deposits received, and students enrolled. Assist with student Ambassador training as required. Provide campus tours when other personnel are unavailable. Assist with the planning and execution of all V.I.P. days. In addition to the duties described above, admissions counselors may be asked to provide leadership and oversight of one or more of the following types of activities: Ambassador program, athletic liaison, Bethel Nursing liaison, international students liaison, Jump Start liaison and other programs. Assist with other activities as assigned. Reporting Relationship: The position reports to the Dean of Admissions. The style of management for the Department is flat with each team member responsible to fully participate, cooperate, and be held accountable for results. Qualifications: Minimum: Bachelor’s degree. At least two years of admissions or related experience. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Proficient experience with the Microsoft Office Suite. Effective supervisory skills in directing student Ambassadors. Highly self-motivated individual with outgoing personality and excellent social skills. A positive attitude and team-player mentality. Must have superior oral and written communication skills. Must be comfortable providing presentations to large and small groups. Must be a good listener, able to sift through questions and address issues in a relevant way. Giftedness in counseling, advising and building relationships. Preferred: Alumnus of Grace with at least two years of experience in related field, marketing or communications. Status: FT, Salaried A completed employment application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. Applications are available in the Business Office or can be downloaded at www.grace.edu, Employment. Posted: 02/03/10 Grace College and Theological Seminary seeks a diverse work environment by encouraging women and minorities to apply. |
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