Admissions Counselor – Office of Admissions

Admissions Counselor – Office of Admissions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to relate to diverse student populations and their family members
• High level of enthusiasm and creativity
• Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students by representing Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs, and other events.
• Manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts and providing weekly reports to the Director of Admissions.
• Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel and other constituents important in the college decision-making process.
• Act as the primary liaison for delivering FHSU information to all entities in specified recruitment region.
• Follow up with student prospects to see them through the admissions cycle from applying to enrolling.
• Prepare reports and proposals, and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
• Assist, develop, and distribute communication flow to prospective students and families.
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, student housing, etc.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate on-campus and off-campus recruitment programs and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
• Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
• Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups