Admissions Counselor - Access Focus

Admissions Counselor - Access Focus

Posting Number: JR105161
Location: Colorado

Engineering a world of possibilities
Admissions Counselor - Access Focus
The Opportunity

The Admissions Team in the Division of Enrollment Management welcomes applications for an Admissions Counselor - Access Focus. The position is a 12-month year-round position that exists to thoroughly engage in undergraduate recruitment efforts through actively communicating the benefits of a Mines education to prospective students, their parents, counselors, and other community organizations. The Admissions Counselor is primarily responsible for visiting high schools, advising prospective students and their families on admissions to Mines, and evaluating applications for admission, educating the community on the enrollment process, and other general Admissions Office activities. In addition, the Admissions Counselor will serve as the lead Admissions staff person in identifying, developing and facilitating Mines' student recruitment efforts focusing on access and communities traditionally underrepresented in STEM majors. The Admissions Counselor will be expected to work collaboratively with the campus community and he or she will routinely be expected to work on weekends and evenings. Extensive travel will be required with many of these activities.

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.

That size - roughly 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students - also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.

Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, cultural awareness and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus - nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.

And don't get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails - and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.

Responsibilities

Recruitment and Outreach (40%)

• Represent Mines at scheduled college day/night programs throughout Colorado and schedule individual high school visits to recruit students to Mines.
  
• Build relationships with Community Based Organizations that support post-secondary enrollment
  
• Assigned to manage and independently coordinate the programming outreach with school districts and Community Based Organizations that have a high percentage of underserved students.
  
• Utilize Mines' enrollment strategy and resources to develop and choose the schools to visit, tailor the communications, and track the outreach determined to best fit the unique needs of these schools and student populations.
  
• Support the pre-collegiate initiatives at Mines, including summer programs and conferences, specifically for underrepresented students developing future application interest.
  
• Responsible for tracking and evaluating statistical data on the recruitment of underrepresented students specific to Mines.
  

On and Off Campus Programming (30%)

• Routinely meet with prospective students and their families as part of the Admissions Office on-campus, individual, and small group tour information sessions.
  
• Occasionally meet one-on-one with students, which includes a review of students' academic progress and a candid assessment of students' potential for admission and scholarship consideration.
  
• Counsel students and parents before and after admission through to enrollment.
  
• Provide support for the fall and spring on campus visitation programs hosted by Admissions.
  
• Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: student registration, program set-up, presentation moderation, and assisting in the preparation of marketing materials for the programs.
  
• Plan and support other on and off campus visitor programs such as group tours and recruitment or yield events specific to targeted populations, and represent Mines through involvement with professional or community organizations that promote a similar mission to that of Mines Admissions Office.
  

First Year Students Application Review (25%)

• Serve as a member of the Freshman Admissions Evaluation Team.
  
• Responsible to independently make admission decisions and then counsel students on those decisions.
  
• Work closely with the Mines academic and administrative faculty, and other personnel, to facilitate successful recruitment, admission, and enrollment of new students to Mines.
  

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Other duties as assigned to meet the objectives and goals of the program and/or Mines.
  

Decision Scope:

This position must be able to work independently and make decisions based on current policy established within the Admissions office as well as defined by institutional regulations and best practices. The Admissions Counselor will frequently make decisions on:

• Student Admissions decisions. This position must work collaboratively with fellow admissions staff, and independently, to make admission decisions that are in the best interest of the student and his or her success. Position must ascertain when student may be a good candidate for Mines.
  
• Recruitment decisions. This position must analyze information to determine the most appropriate partnerships to develop relationships with, and represent Mines, to the high schools, community colleges, colleges and community groups that present a pipeline of potential students who could be successful Mines graduates. This position must determine strategies to engage prospective students and their families to support the goals of the recruitment plan.
  
  

Communications:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical to be successful in this position. VERBAL - this position meets frequently with students and their families, individually and in groups, and must have the ability to explain recruitment, admissions, and enrollment processes clearly and concisely. The position will also communicate frequently with their supervisees, the Admissions team, campus departments, and external organizations. WRITTEN - this position will communicate through email to explain recruitment, admissions, and enrollment processes clearly. Accurate and concise information must be presented in all written communications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  
• Valid driver's license and current, valid personal auto insurance
  
• Moderate demonstrated experience working on a student services office within a high school, pre-collegiate program or college setting with students including those from socially, racially and ethnically diverse populations
  
• Strong public speaking, written, and oral communication skills are a must
  
• Applicants must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and be highly detail-oriented
  
• Travel needs of the positions require successful applicants to be experienced both working independently as well as within a team
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 plus years of prior experience working in a college or university admissions office
  
• Fluency in Spanish
  
• Familiarity with integrated student information systems (i.e., Banner or similar system) and CRM's (i.e., Slate) as well as word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
  

Salary Rate and Benefits

$55,000 - $57,000

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:

• Flexible health and dental care plans
  
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year - including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
  
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
  
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
  
• Free RTD Ecopass
  

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the on-campus Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more), equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center, the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP), and backup child and elder care. Coming soon is an on-campus daycare center. For more information about benefits at Mines, go to mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply

Review of applications will be ongoing until filled. Applicants must:

• Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)
  
• Upload a resume or CV
  
• Upload a cover letter
  

Contact Kathleen Feighny in HR at kfeighny@mines.edu with any questions.

Mines welcomes everyone to our team; in your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this position. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses. Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce. Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

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