Admissions Counselor

Position Information

Vacancy Number: S-00661 Position Title: Admissions Counselor Classification Title: Student Recruiter Department: Admissions and Recruiting Employment Type: Full-Time Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as prospective student advocate; assist prospective and continuing students with admissions, financial aid, and registration processes; plan and participate in student activities; make presentations to student and parent groups, high school professionals, and admissions professionals.

Schedule activities and procedures related to the recruitment calendar and plan; monitor student records; answer telephones and provide assistance to callers; and assist with campus visitation program; provide assistance to visitors; coordinate visitation meetings and activities, assist with campus tours, and conduct follow up activities.

Recruit general prospective students as well as special populations such as dual enrollment. Serve as the primary liaison between high schools and school districts and the university, building and maintaining collaborative relationships.

Assist with planning and implementation of on-campus recruitment programming; evaluate transcripts; assist with related student services offices/functions.

Represent AUM at various “honors” programs; present scholarships and awards to prospective students; assist with new student orientation activities. Meet with prospective students to review admissions requirements and policies; arrange for specific meetings with additional campus members based upon student interest; coordinate efforts with numerous campus offices and individuals, (e.g. athletics, financial aid, housing, etc.); assist with the answering of telephones during peak times.

Input data into Banner® Student Information System and CRM ; assist with all on and off-campus recruitment and scholarship events; conduct appropriate written and oral follow up to all contacts and activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of university admissions and recruitment as well as national standards and ethics
Knowledge of functions, operations, and/or maintenance of computers, the Banner® Student Information System (particularly the recruitment and admissions modules)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel, and Access Knowledge of acceptable advising and recruiting techniques and practices
Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations
Ability to represent the university in a positive manner, and depict the academic and campus life of AUM ; ability to interact, communicate with and recruit students; ability to interact and work effectively with high school counselors and teachers, community college personnel, and parents of prospective students. Skills in making written and oral presentations; exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to input data into the Banner® system, and to process applications and other in-coming student forms
Ability to assist in the planning and conducting of varied programs for a few or hundreds of participants
Ability to travel, to conduct and participate in programming during evening and weekend hours, and to meet current university vehicle liability policy requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related area; collegiate experience preferred.

Job Open Date: 10/26/2020 This posting will remain open until closed: Yes Job Close Date: Salary Band: 105 Special Instructions to Applicants:

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority. All employees at AUM are considered to be Responsible Employees and have the duty to immediately report information that has the potential to adversely impact safety or wellness on our campus.

Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.

About the University/College

Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Quick Link http://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/4461 Position Profile Link Applicant Documents
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1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional Reference Sheet

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