University Counselor Assistant II (Renewal Contract) 046665

University Counselor Assistant II (Renewal Contract)


We are searching for an experienced University Counselor Assistant II (Renewal Contract) at our main campus location.

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society.

Essential Functions (Job Duties):

Represent and promote Wayne State University within in a defined travel recruitment territory. Recruitment travel includes attending high school visits, college fairs, community college events, professional conferences, community engagement events and alumni activities.

Prepare reports on applicants, admits and enrollments for assigned recruitment territory.

Meet with prospective students and their parents and provide academic, career and admissions advice.

Review admission applications and render admission decisions.

Respond to requests for information.

Plan, organize, implement and participate in a wide range of recruitment and outreach programs for both first-year and transfer students.

Demonstrate ability to act as a liaison with other WSU units and high school and community college officials, participate in meetings and work as a member of a team.

Respond to student telephone, mail, email inquiries and record communication interactions through Customer relationship Management (CRM) and case management systems.

Responsible for meeting enrollment goals for a defined travel territory.

Meet with prospective and admitted students and provide admissions and enrollment information during campus tour visits, during counselor on duty shifts and at admissions recruitment and yield programs.

Attends campus recruitment events including Information Sessions, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, special group visit initiatives, Counselor outreach events and New Student Orientation programs.
Assist university Schools/Colleges and Departments with admissions presentations and tours of campus.

Reviews and evaluates applications for completion and admissions decisions.

Coordinate campus recruitment programs designed to assist prospective first-year and transfer students.

Plan and/or arrange onsite visits to high school and community colleges; provide campus tours; host high schools and community college visitors; host individual appointments and conduct onsite admissions programs.

Acquire knowledge and understanding of Wayne State University academic programs and student services to educate prospective students and their families about the University's strengths, and thereby enable success recruitment and enrollment of new undergraduate students.

Keeps current on trends in higher education, University wide developments and new program opportunities.

Interpret and enforce department and University policies, procedures and regulations to students, guidance counselors, parents and constituents.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Undergraduate Admissions and/or the Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

Unique Duties:

This position requires recruitment to high schools and community colleges in defined out of state recruitment territories and other markets as assigned; with the ability to load and transport admissions materials, displays and other equipment.

Some evening and weekend hours required, especially during recruitment travel seasons.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

School/College/Division:

92 - Student Services

Primary Department:

H9242-Admissions

Job Type:

Temporary Full-Time

Job Category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/Salary Information:

General/Annual up to $48,947

Background Check Requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.