ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.

Responsibilities include:
• Assisting in the execution of the university’s prospective student recruitment plan, including the coordination of campus-based initiatives, representative travel, special programs, and professional meetings;
• Representing MVNU in assigned geographic regions at high schools, college fairs, churches, summer camps, and various youth events;
• Effectively communicating the academic programs of MVNU to prospective students, high school counselors, alumni, pastors, and other relevant audiences;
•  Following up on prospective students with phone calls, personal notes, letters, email, and other appropriate correspondence;
•  Working closely with the Student Financial Services, Registrar’s, Enrollment Events offices to provide accurate information concerning all aspects of the financial aid and registration/confirmation processes;
•  Participating in the planning and implementation of on-campus and off-campus admissions and recruitment events;
• Conducting on-campus visit interviews with prospective students and their parents;
• Evaluating applicant files for the recommendation of admissions decisions;
• Influencing prospective student decisions positively toward enrollment at MVNU.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by an individual assigned to this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the position.

Qualifications needed:
• Evidence of active church involvement and an evangelical Statement of Faith;
• Bachelor’s degree required, preference given to MVNU alumni and to graduates of  CCCU institutions;
• Commitment to and an ability to articulate the mission and vision of MVNU and value of Christian higher education within the broader educational marketplace;
• Ability to travel for extended periods and to work hours outside of the traditional work day;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated organizational self-initiated planning skills, with a high level of personal integrity and professionalism; 
• Ability and desire to work with culturally diverse populations;
• An appropriate competence and comfort level with typical office computer software;
• A valid driver’s license and ability to transport and set up displays and materials.

MVNU offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including the potential for significant tuition assistance for dependents and MVNU Masters programs for employees.  We require professional and personal references, consistent with the kind of responsibilities associated with this position.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, please provide a resume and a completed application, found on our website at http://www.mvnu.edu/jobs. 

Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials via email as Microsoft Word or .pdf file attachments to humanresources@mvnu.edu, as hard copies via fax (740-397-1005), or US mail to:
MVNU Human Resources
800 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

A background check will be performed prior to appointment.  The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, military service, and /or disability.  We encourage members of under-represented groups to apply.