Description
Job Summary
This Admission Counselor is responsible for assisting in the recruitment, evaluation, selection, and enrollment of first-year students. The counselor will interview students and speak with parents, travel to high schools and college fairs in their assigned (domestic, with the possibility of international) territories, work with secondary school counselors, and read and select applicants as a member of the Admission Committee.
Major Areas of Responsibility
● Plan and execute recruitment travel in assigned territories. Make presentations to schools and community-based organizations; establish lasting relationships with school counselors
● Evaluate candidates for admission. Interview candidates, read applications and assign
evaluations to applicants; participate in the committee review and selection process
● Other duties as assigned (may include work with student volunteers, alumni, event
planning, website maintenance, or other systems)
● Coordinate on-campus, off-campus, and virtual programming
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts degree
- Energy and enthusiasm for the value of a Jesuit, liberal arts education
- Valid driver’s license
Core Competencies
Skills that are required for this job and are in line with the College’s mission e.g.
Dependability
Flexibility
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
Proficient Problem Solving, Innovation/Creativity
Strong Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Enthusiasm for travel and new experiences
Belief in the value of a Jesuit, Liberal Arts education
Understands, values, and respects diversity as an individual, in a team, and within groups while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
Additional information:
This is a full time, exempt level position with a salary range of $45,000-$50,000. The College is committed to providing competitive market pay for its employees. The College also offers a competitive benefits package for full-time staff, including:
10% College contribution to the 403(b) Retirement Plan (1 year wait waiver available)
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement - upon hire, candidates will need to live within commuting distance
Condensed summer 4-day work week
Tuition & Education benefits
Wellness programs & ongoing Training and Development opportunities
Generous paid time off
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action in the workplace.
Please attach a cover letter addressing the position requirements along with your resume. In your cover letter please address how your work might support the College's mission as a Jesuit, undergraduate liberal arts college (see http://www.holycross.edu/mission) and its core commitment to justice and inclusive excellence. Please provide examples of any past work that illuminate your commitments in these areas. Review of applications will begin as received and continue until the position has been filled.
The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. To request an accommodation, please email at [email protected], or call 508-793-3391.
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