Admissions Counselor / Assistant Director of Admissions

The admissions counselor/assistant director of admissions manages a portfolio of projects and initiatives and participates in multiple aspects of the admissions and financial aid process: conducting information sessions, managing an admissions recruitment territory, reviewing applications for admission, and traveling to high schools, community-based organizations, and college fairs. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate admissions and financial aid application materials and provide recommendations for first-year and transfer applicants
• Direct the recruitment of students from an assigned geographic region, leading outreach and engagement efforts and traveling to high schools, community-based organizations, recruitment events, and college fairs approximately 7-10 weeks annually
• Manage a portfolio of admissions counselor projects, utilizing qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategic planning, decision-making, and implementation efforts
• Lead group information sessions, conduct professional development workshops, and advise students, families, and counselors on Colby’s admissions and financial aid processes
• Participate in implementing the general activities of the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

The admissions counselor/assistant director of admissions has significant interaction with prospective students and their families, faculty, staff, and external constituents.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. Several weeks of domestic travel and frequent evening and weekend work required throughout the year. Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) may be necessary.