Admission Counselor

An Admission Counselor counsels and assists prospective students and families through the college search and enrollment process.

**Major Responsibilities**:

- Primary responsibilities include effectively promoting Valparaiso University to students and families through formal presentations, individual conversations, telecounseling, and text messaging.
- Ability to think critically and independently, using problem-solving and judgment skills to make educated, professional decisions.
- Extensive overnight travel, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Territory management responsibilities include utilizing research data and other resources to assist with planning travel, territory recruitment, and communication outreach to promote the university.
- Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.

**Required Knowledge and Skills**:

- Bachelors Degree Required
- Excellent written communication, verbal communication, and organization skills
- Proficient in the following software: Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Google Suite

**Additional **Preferred **Qualifications**:

- One year of admission counseling or education outreach experience
- Event planning and management experience
- Experience with student information systems
- Proficiency in Spanish

**Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds.**

**To be considered for this position you must upload**:

- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of 2 professional references

Please address the cover letter to:
Carrie Palkovich, Director of Undergraduate Admission

Valparaiso University