Admissions Counselor

Job Details

Description:

JOB PURPOSE

To recruit students via communication from the Admissions call center, travel, and connecting with prospects on campus during tours and other events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Call Center

Work with the part-time Admissions Representatives in the Admissions call center to contact all prospects, applicants, and admitted students, helping them toward enrollment.
Develop intentional and creative ways to build relationships with prospective students from the beginning to the end of the process.

Travel

Recruit at Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College sponsored events approximately 2 times per month.
Attend and recruit at major conferences such as the Southern Baptist Convention, The Gospel Coalition Conference, and the Cross Conference.

Assist with General Admissions Tasks

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Including, but not limited to:

Christian with high integrity, actively pursuing a relationship with God
Preferred education: obtained or working to obtain a bachelor’s degree
Part-time or full-time experience in higher education, customer service, sales, and/or an office setting
Intermediate to expert skill with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Able to multi-task, analyze workload, and prioritize as necessary for the benefit of the department
Able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision
Able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency
Must be able to work independently, as well as a part of a team
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must possess a positive attitude
Able to show a desire and willingness to learn
Must be able to pass background screening, including driving record
Eligible to work in the United States

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moving boxes of recruiting materials, financial aid files, etc. (approx.. 10 lbs) and recruiting cases (approx.. 40 lbs and on wheels)
Walking around campus for approx. 3 hours at a time
Constructing booth spaces at recruiting events