Pharmacy Admissions Counselor

Shenandoah University’s Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy is accepting applications for a Pharmacy Admissions Counselor. This is a full-time benefited position located on our Health Professions Building campus in Winchester, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

The Pharmacy Admissions Counselor implements recruitment initiatives, provides expert c ounseling to prospective students, and assists prospective students throughout the application process.

The primary responsibilities of this position are to: (1) represent the School of Pharmacy and the University both internally and externally in a professional manner; (2) serve prospective students as an expert counselor throughout the application process; (3) implement pharmacy student recruitment strategies.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate with the School of Pharmacy Director of Admissions to implement the recruitment and outreach plan
• Enthusiastically and professionally represent the university at on and off campus recruitment events
• Travel to recruiting visits and outreach/educational events
• Prepare and deliver admissions presentations to large and small groups, as needed
• Plan and conduct information sessions, open houses, and other admissions events
• Provide potential applicants with information on admissions requirements, procedures, and application process
• Counsel prospective students in assigned programs through the application process by communicating timely information
• Meet with visiting prospective students
• Prepare and deliver applications for review by the admissions committee
• Compare official transcripts to unofficial transcripts in order to check for accuracy
• Maintain a creative and engaging social media presence for the School of Pharmacy in order to reach prospective students as well as alumni and external stakeholders
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn admissions-related software programs
• Attention to details, ability to prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy office and the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Self-motivation, with an enthusiastic and curious approach to the position
• Ability and willingness to work evening hours, weekends and overnight travel
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to pass a DMV check
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs into and out of vehicle

How to Apply:

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.

**Note: A pre-employment background check, a satisfactory driving record for University business and to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 are all requirements of this position.

At this time, SU is requiring that individuals within certain groups specifically those who have high levels of contact with others at the university or pose a greater risk to our community to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by August 1 for Fall 2021 or have at least the first dose by June 1 for groups that will be in person this summer (with full vaccination following as soon as possible), unless they have a SU-approved medical or religious exemption

Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status or on any other basis protected under applicable law.

Salary Type
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