Admission Counselor

Job Summary: The admission counselor is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, and assessment of recruitment efforts in the assigned territory. The counselor will participate in all major on-campus recruitment events (i.e. open houses, scholarship programs, etc.).

Essential Functions:
• Participate in the development, implementation, and assessment of tactical recruitment plans.
• Represent the college in various state and national organizations.
• Coordinate communication initiatives with prospective and admitted students.
• Represent the Office of Admission with outside constituencies (i.e. athletics, student life, parents/alumni board, etc.) as assigned.
• Assist with all major on-campus visitation programs (i.e. open houses, scholarship programs, etc.)
• Organize, plan and coordinate annual travel within assigned territory.
• Build relationships with high school counselors and local community based organizations.
• Represent Hanover College at high schools and college fairs.
• Conduct admission interviews with prospective students and parents.
• Follow up with prospective students and parents throughout the recruitment process.
• Participate in the review of applicant files for admission decisions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of financial aid programs and policies.

Other Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and oversee regional receptions in various locations.
• Travel to regions other than assigned, as needed.
• Provide periodic Saturday office coverage.
• Other duties as assigned by the director of admission.

Experience Preferred: Admission, public relations or marketing related experience