Admissions Counselor

Randolph-Macon College, a private, co-educational liberal arts institution, invites applications for a full-time Admissions Counselor.  Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor will be responsible for the successful recruitment, selection, and enrollment of prospective students within their designated territory. 

Founded in 1830, Randolph-Macon has approximately 1550 students and is located in Ashland, VA, a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington D.C. Randolph-Macon College, an equal opportunity employer, believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We welcome applications from members of underrepresented populations.

Responsibilities: 

• Actively recruit and counsel prospective students
• Evaluate applications
• Represent Randolph-Macon at recruitment events such as high school visits and college fairs
• Assist with various communications projects
• Conduct information sessions for prospective students and families
• Collaborate with other team members across the campus community and within the Admissions Office
• Provide excellent customer service 
• Overnight and possible out-of-state travel is required

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid driver's license required 
• Availability for evening and weekend work and willingness to travel required
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills 
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable working with diverse populations
• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential information and situations
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a hectic, deadline-driven environment while working on tasks concurrently
• Comfortable with public speaking in large and small group situations
• Computer literacy and willingness to learn new software applications 
• Ability to work as a team member
• Customer service experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

To apply: Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/rmc1305 to include uploading a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references addressed to: Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. Screening of applications will begin immediately.