International Enrollment Counselor and Advisor

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Summary of Responsibilities : The International Enrollment Counselor and Advisor at Geneva is a primary externally facing representation of the mission of the College. Tasked with recruiting and counseling prospective students (and their families), the enrollment counselor is the face of the College for future students and alumni of Geneva College. The International Enrollment Counselor and Advisor supports the enrollment management strategies of the College by recruiting international students through the development and implementation of recruitment plans for international markets. In addition, the International Enrollment Counselor and Advisor will mentor these students so that they are supported and retained and assist them in maintaining non-immigrant status.

The Enrollment Counselor will have a primary caseload for which they are the content expert. Enrollment Counselors are responsible for making day-to-day decisions for their primary caseload. Enrollment Counselors are tasked to develop enrollment strategies that best meet the needs of their respective caseloads and are supported by Geneva's overall recruiting and enrollment plans. Enrollment Counselors are responsible for annual assessment of recruiting effectiveness and opportunities to inform future enrollment activities.

Essential Responsibilities : (These essential responsibilities are those the individual must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.)

Meet Recruitment Targets

Recruit targeted prospective students including international (F-1) students as well as Missionary Kids (MKs) and American students living abroad. The annual recruiting goal is fifteen (15) new-to-Geneva international (F-1) students to enroll in the traditional undergraduate program each academic year. Retain international students. The retention goal is that 80% of first year international students will enroll for a second year of study. Continuation of this position is dependent on attaining recruitment and retention targets.

Prospect Management

Develop and maintain contacts among secondary schools, colleges, alumni, churches, and overseas advising centers. Advertise and market to targeted prospective students and families using a variety of media and work with the Director of Crossroads, the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, and the Director of Marketing and Public Relations to consider opportunities for advertising. Keep the webpages related to the College's global initiatives updated. Assist with planning and implementation of on-campus events that relate to the College's global interests.

Administration and Communication

Maintain continual communication with prospective students throughout the recruitment cycle, to the point of their enrollment at the College. Regularly communicate with the Admissions Office and attend the weekly admissions counselor's meeting. Maintain communication, record-keeping, and run reports relating to recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts as requested by the Director of Crossroads as well as other campus leaders. Coordinate and evaluate all required admission credentials relevant to the admission application and evaluate the students' applications, making recommendations regarding admission to the College. Assist with Crossroads office coverage as needed. Participate in monthly Crossroads staff meetings.

Advising

Orientation

Communicate with and coordinate services for incoming international students. Explain College and federal policies and procedures. Provide support for adjustment to American and academic culture.

Advocacy

Be an advocate for international students on campus. Act as a liaison for the College's global student population to faculty, staff, and other departments. Facilitate the acquisition of language assistance.

Regulatory Oversight

Serve as one of the College's Designated School Officials (DSO). Help ensure that students maintain legal status.

International Student Organization (ISO) Advising Organize and assist with socials and events for global students.
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