Admission Counselor I

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.Job SummaryUnder general direction, is responsible to identify, recruit, admit, and enroll academically qualified traditional or post-traditional students in accordance with the philosophy of the University; keeps frequent contact with students, and parents and counselors if applicable; demonstrates understanding and sensitivity to the needs of all students; performs duties in accordance with the values of a Jesuit, liberal arts education. Overnight travel required.The Saint Louis University Office of Admission is committed to cultivating and preserving a diverse culture of inclusion and connectedness and welcomes individuals from all different backgrounds to apply.Job DutiesEstablishes and maintains an informational, active communication system with either traditional high school or college students, parents and counselors, or post-traditional degree-seeking adults; counsels’ student applicants concerning admission, financial aid, career planning, and housing options if applicable. Explains, interprets, and provides outreach to students regarding the FAFSA and financial aid awards.Identifies, recruits, and enrolls prospective students in a designated market; manages a recruitment territory; develops recruitment strategies; plans and arranges all phases of regional and local travel; conducts office-based contact by mail and phone with students, and parents if applicable; may make reservations.Reads, interprets, and evaluates students’ academic credentials and makes admission/denial decisions; assists with scholarship appropriation.Participates as an active member of the recruitment team; assists with special programs and research projects; participates in the development and implementation of enrollment strategies; composes routine letters; compiles data for reports; maintains calendar; processes applications; schedules appointments; maintains confidential files; prepares position papers/reports; inputs/retrieves data on information system software; assists with making hiring recommendations; plans work and establishes priorities.Performs other duties as assigned.​Knowledge and SkillsInterpersonal/human relations skillsVerbal and written communication skillsEffective presentation skillsPlanning and organizational skillsBasic research skillsAbility to operate personal computer with various software programsAbility to learn and apply institutional policies and proceduresAbility to maintain schedulesAbility to demonstrate self-direction and motivationAbility to work effectively in a team settingWillingness to travel/drive and work on weekends and nightsWork on weekends and nightsAbility to handle stress due to travel multitask and adaptAbility to build relationships with and recruit a diverse population of students in all parts of the United States.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degreeThe annual base salary for this position is $47,500.Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae. You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.FunctionAdmissionsScheduled Weekly Hours:40Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.