Admissions Counselor

Job no: 494780Work type: Administrative (Full Time)Location: Marion, INCategories: Admissions/Recruiting/EnrollmentJob Title: Admissions Counselor - Wesley SeminaryReporting Relationship: Associate Director of Admissions - Wesley SeminaryUnit: Wesley SeminaryDepartment: Wesley Seminary - AdmissionsCampus Location: Wesley Seminary, Marion, INSummary of Position: The primary responsibility of the Admissions Counselor is to recruit students for Wesley Seminary. As a representative of Wesley Seminary, the person filling this role must have excellent knowledge of Wesley Seminary degree programs and a superior general understanding of the target audiences for which the programs are designed. Working in consultation with enrollment leadership, this person assists in developing and modifying plans to recruit for these programs.Duties and Responsibilities OutreachMaintain regular contact with student leads and admitted students until they start classSchedule and conduct individual meetings with prospective students as needed, tracking with them until enrollment is concluded at a class startSupply information regarding Seminary programs (and various other university program) to prospective students Application ManagementProcess application pieces for the completion of student applicant filesKeep the student up to date on application statusPrepare students to be reviewed by the Admissions Committee and make an appropriate recommendation as necessaryReview necessary financial aid forms and provide the student information on opportunities and associated deadlines Travel & EventsRepresent the Seminary and IWU to prospective students and at times influencers (e.g., employers, supervisors, etc.)Assist in the planning and execution of group information events (open houses or student events, individual appts.)In conjunction with recruitment leadership, plan and conduct scheduled visits to key influencers and develop relationships with them as needed In consultation with recruitment leadership, register for, attend, and maintain booth space at selected business and technology trade shows, conventions, and conferences StrategyConsult with enrollment leadership on the development and implementation of annual recruitment plan for the various programs Invest time and energy to bring ideas of how we can grow enrollment ApplicationReview Complete application reviews as students complete the application process by verifying all information is complete and accurate in Colleague, Sales Force and Etrieve Military Student RecruitmentLead ongoing outreach to and support of Wesley Seminary military affiliated studentsAssist in the development of partnerships with military-related organizations to help increase student enrollment and retentionDevelop strong partnerships with chaplain agencies to increase enrollment and strengthen Wesley Seminary options for chaplain trainingCarry out other tasks assigned by Admissions leadershipQualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.EducationBachelor's degree preferredExperienceBilingual abilities are a plusExperience in college recruitment, sales, marketing, public relations, and/or ministry preferredWesley Seminary is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and staff. Minority candidates are encouraged to applyRequired SkillsSuperior communication skills (spoken, written, group, individual)Advanced computer skills with working experience in word processing, spreadsheets, database usage, e-mail, Internet, etc.Ability to relate well to working professionalsAbility to work independently, especially in the area of arranging and conducting on-site information meetings and influencer visitsExcellent organizational abilitySuperior interpersonal skillsTravel required on a semi-regular basisProfessional dress required while meeting with influencers and prospective studentsIWU Kingdom Diversity StatementIWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERAs a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Advertised: 22 Dec 2025 US Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 25 Jan 2026 US Eastern Standard TimeWhatsappFacebookLinkedInEmail App if (typeof SocialShareKit = 'undefined') { SocialShareKit.init({ forceInit: true, reinitialize: true, selector: '.social-share-kit .ssk' }); }