Admissions Counselor

Position Number P00905/TBD Division Enrollment Management - DEM Department Admissions Department FLSA Exempt Salary Grade 205 Salary Classification Admin/Professional Annual Salary Range $35,568 - $40,000 Hourly Salary Range Employment Status Full Time 12 Mos Regular General Description The purpose of this position is to assist and advise current and prospective students in the admissions process.
Recruit prospective high school and community college students to the University of Montevallo (UM).
Establish and maintain relationships with counselors and provide relevant knowledge in regard to UM.
Essential Job Duties 1.
Contact prospective student via email, telephone, zoom and text messages.
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Attend college fairs.
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Attend High Schools and visit with juniors and seniors.
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Host families touring the campus.
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Admissions staff members are responsible for reviewing and decision-making for student applicant files by evaluating standardized test scores and high school transcripts (for freshmen applicants) and college transcripts (for transfer applicants).
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Organize student-interest receptions.
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Attend scholarship award day events.
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Update recruitment data in the Banner and Recruit systems.
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Host families for Saturday tours.
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Attend and host families for Spring, Summer and Fall preview days.
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Meet with prospective families to review admission requirements.
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Contact high school counselors to obtain missing documentation for student applicants.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive.
There will be other duties as assigned.
The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.
Additional Duties Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of basic computer skills and programs (Microsoft, PowerPoint, excel, etc.
); Ability to work with RECRUIT CRM, BANNER and ARGOS; Excellent customer service skills; Knowledge of Montevallo’s campus, faculty, employees and colleges; Knowledge of the admissions process; Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately via email or telephone; Ability to organize and manage time wisely; Ability to multitask job duties and assignments.
Education and Experience The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s Degree Education substituted for experience? Yes This position requires: 1 year of related experience preferred.
Experience substituted for education? No Licenses, Certification or Registrations Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: • Valid Driver’s licenses • Acceptable driving record Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: • None Environmental Working Conditions Indoor Travel Requirements Moderate Travel Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Physical Requirements The physical activities required for this position involve: Standing: Over 2/3 of the time; walking: Over 2/3 of the time; sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time; using hands: Up to 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Over 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time.
This position has no special vision requirements Open Date 02/05/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Statement The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status.
Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa.
No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
Diversity Statement In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
EEO Statement UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution Quick Link https://jobs.
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