Admission Counselor
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Job Description
Wofford College is a place where thought leads where ideas are celebrated and problem solving is expected. Wofford invites applicants who are focused on student success and excited to join a community committed to preparing thought leaders.
Wofford College established in 1854 is a fouryear residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg South Carolina. It offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of 1874 undergraduates. Nationally known for the strength of its academic program outstanding faculty experiential learning opportunities and successful and supportive graduates Wofford is recognized consistently as a best value and for its commitment to student success and accessibility for low and middleincome students. The college community has 12 sororities and fraternities as well as 20 NCAA Division I athletics teams.
The Wofford College Office of Admission invites applications for the position of Admission Counselor. The individual will develop and manage a recruitment territory conduct information sessions and evaluate applications for admission. This is a fulltime salaried position that requires ten weeks of travel numerous weekends and extended hours.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Represent the college to students parents alumni and high school counselors in various settings.
Counsel prospective students and parents through the college search process.
Plan and implement an effective recruitment strategy for assigned geographic territory.
Execute 10 weeks of combined fall and spring recruitment travel within assigned geographic territory.
Evaluate applications and participate in the selection process.
Conduct oncampus information sessions for both large and small groups; assist with other oncampus recruitment and yield activities.
Other duties as assigned by the director of admission.
Required Skills/Abilities
Possess excellent interpersonal organizational and communication skills and the ability to present to multiple stakeholders
Present a strong work ethic genuine interest in supporting students in the college search process and a commitment to ongoing professional and personal growth
The ability to work well independently and collaboratively as well as multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced environment
Have sound judgement in solving problems the ability to anticipate and meet the needs of others and a willingness to place the team ahead of ones own interests
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of diversity equity and inclusion specifically in higher education
The ability to maintain confidentially when working with sensitive data and demonstrate strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Education/Experience
Must hold a bachelors degree and valid drivers license.
For this admission counselor role we are particularly interested in qualified applicants who can articulate the benefits of a liberal arts education and support and enhance the colleges initiative for diversity among our college community.
Proficiency in Spanish is very desirable.
Candidates with previous experience related to recruitment will be given preference.
Application
For full consideration please apply at Include a cover letter resume and contact information for three professional references through the Workday application process.
EEO STATEMENT
Wofford College values diversity within our students faculty and staff and strives to recruit develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color creed religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender identity age national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. For information about Woffords Title IX compliance visit It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process please contact
Employment Type
Full-Time
