Admission Counselor, Undergraduate Admission
2 weeks ago
The Admission Counselor position provides prospective students with information about Mount Saint Mary's University and supports their application and enrollment processes. Plan, coordinate and conduct recruitment activities within designated geographic territories and review students' applications for admission. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Admission and works closely with key support offices and enrollment team.
Work Location: Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles)
Start Date: Immediately
Applications Deadline: Open until filled
Position Hourly Range: $24.52 - $24.75
Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Engages with prospective MSMU students to generate applications for admission. To be accomplished by planning and executing a schedule of in-person and virtual recruitment activities, including information sessions, high school and community-based organization visits, college nights and fairs, workshops and presentations. This includes managing all travel arrangements within a stipulated budget.
2. Manages assigned geographic territory which would include in-state and possibly out-of-state recruitment.
a. Work extended hours along with nights and weekends during essential recruitment times.
b. Leverage technology and Slate CRM to review reports as it relates to the admission funnel.
3. Cultivates positive relationships with counseling staff at high schools so they can partner with the University in generating applications for admission.
4. Works closely with and support prospective students and applicants through the admissions process via telephone, email, texting, and personal contact throughout the course of the admission cycle.
5. Evaluates admission applications and supporting documents (i.e. school transcripts, essays, etc.) from applicants in assigned recruitment territories.
6. Interacts professionally with a variety of constituents outside of the University who are in a position to influence prospective students.
7. Participates and assist with planning in Admission Office and relevant MSMU events throughout the year.
8. Maintains a visible relationship on both MSMU campuses.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Organizes, plans and executes programs designed to support the overall recruitment efforts of the MSMU Admission Office.
- Participates in professional association meetings (e.g. Western Association of College Admissions Counselors) when appropriate.
- Weekend and/or evening work will be required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge:
- General knowledge of undergraduate transfer admission and higher education, including the difference between Associate of Arts, Baccalaureate, and adult program degrees.
- Enrollment management and data systems knowledge/experience a plus, particularly Slate.
- Understanding of financial aid policies and procedures helpful.
- Excellent organization and prioritization, customer service, oral/written communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortably speak to groups and individuals from many different backgrounds and quickly build rapport.
- Able to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and initiative to address problems and develop practical though creative solutions.
- Effectively manage multiple projects and follow through to completion.
- Work well alone and in a team.
- High energy level.
- Willing and able to conduct out-of-area recruitment travel.
- Patience and flexibility.
- Creative problem solver.
- Possess a valid California driver's license and reliable vehicle.
- Good sense of direction and ability to navigate.
- Analytical and able to make sound judgments/decisions.
- Spanish fluency beneficial.
- Bachelor's degree required, ideally from a small private liberal arts institution.
- One to Two years' experience working in a high school, community-based organization or an institution of higher learning (e.g. in counseling, admission or as a teacher/faculty member) or another related field. This can include work in an Admission Office as a student.
- Preference given to candidates with prior experience in higher education settings.
- A valid California Class "C" driver's license, use of reliable auto and auto insurance is required.
Additional Information:
Mount Saint Mary's University's commitment to equity, diversity and justice (EDJ) is steeped in the tradition and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), our Catholic identity, mission and values. We are unwavering in our pursuit of inclusion, belonging and antiracism. We aspire to achieve our love of dear neighbor without distinction, which permeates all forms of social identities and human experiences.
We honor and celebrate our similarities and differences. We are committed to the full inclusion of the entire Mount community. Due to historical legacies of exclusion, we offer particular care for underrepresented populations. We define diversity in the broadest sense, including but not limited to, age, differences in culture, citizenship status, disability, family status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, generational history, genetic information, geographic origin, language, political perspectives, mental and physical ability, military service, national origin, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, size and socioeconomic class.
Welcoming individuals from a variety of backgrounds improves and enriches our learning, living and working environments. Any breach of these values harms our community. Mount Saint Mary's University transforms its culture through the radical pursuit of institutionalized change. We strive for a campus where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and all whom we encounter feel welcomed, valued and are supported to reach their full potential.
As we pursue our never-ending journey toward a more equitable, inclusive and antiracist campus in our richly diverse community, we welcome you.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a resume and cover letter.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.
A background check will be required.
Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.
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