Honors Admissions Counselor

OU Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR) works to bring in the next generation of Sooners. Our team operates from Norman as well as across the state nation and world. We provide support to incoming domestic and international freshman and transfer students as they navigate the college application and decision process. Additionally we partner with parents counselors and communities in providing resources to students interested in higher goal is to build a vibrant community with limitless potential by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational service involvement and community experiences.

We need someone who exhibits:

Integrity: Accountability for doing the right thing by exercising good judgment and honesty. Ability to create a safe environment for students and families and team members including having emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Transparencyprofessionalismand thoughtfulness in communication.

Care:Prioritization of creating the best experience possible for each person we encounter and at every step of the student service to others by being friendly welcoming and to collaboration and to being a team player with a positive attitude.

Intentionality: Strong work ethic and contribution to the excellence of the Division of Enrollment Management OAR and OU; self-motivation. Consistency in meeting deadlines and responding in a timely manner.

Innovation:Possession of a natural curiosity to learn and a continual pursuit of personal and professional growth in the field of college enrollment management. A focus on innovation displaying an understanding of positive change and possessing a strong analytic ability. Efficiency by researching best practices making creativity a priority.

Essential Duties: Responsible for identifying attracting and enrolling prospective students through a variety of recruitment and outreach efforts to the Honors College. This role serves as a key representative of the institution building relationships with students families high school counselors and community partners. Guides students through the admissions process reviews applications conducts interviews and collaborates with the admissions team to make informed admission decisions. The role involves planning and participating in recruitment events maintaining accurate records and supporting college readiness initiatives.

• Serves as the Honors College primary point of contact for prospective students from initial inquiry through enrollment providing personalized guidance and support throughout the admissions process in conjunction with Admissions & Recruitment
• Advises prospective students on Honors College admission requirements assist with application completion and schedule individual or group meetings as needed
• Represents the institution at college fairs high school visits community events and on-campus programs to promote awareness and interest
• Presents Honors College information sessions weekly to prospective high school and current OU non-Honors students on-campus and virtually.
• Serve on the Honors College programs/scholarships committees as well as the Admissions & Recruitment High Achieving Committee.
• Plans coordinates and participates in on- and off-campus recruitment and yield events including information sessions and presentations for prospective students families and stakeholders in both virtual and in-person settings
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with high school counselors community partners and other external stakeholders
• Reviews and evaluates Honors College applications for admission in a timely and accurate manner ensuring adherence to institutional guidelines
• Assist with the development of communication strategy to current & prospective students including updates to the website and content for outgoing messages.
• Maintains consistent communication with prospective students via phone email text and CRM to ensure engagement and follow-up
• Collaborates with internal departments such as financial aid academic advising and student services to support a seamless transition for admitted students
• Contributes to the development of recruitment strategies support marketing efforts including publication development and participate in cross-functional project teams
• Stays current on admissions policies academic offerings and campus resources; effectively utilize the institutions Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to track interactions and manage data
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Required Education: Bachelors Degree

Skills:

• Broad understanding of college admissions policies procedures and academic programs.
• Familiarity with standardized testing (PSAT SAT ACT) and other college readiness benchmarks.
• Interest in student recruitment strategies including marketing and outreach best practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with students families and stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and maintain relationships
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to travel frequently for recruitment events and high school visits
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions

Certifications:

• Valid drivers license

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during presentations fairs or interviews
• Use of computer and telephone for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend lift stoop and carry materials as needed.
• Ability to engage in repetitive motions (e.g. typing data entry).
• Standard office environment with frequent interactions across departments and with university officials.
• May experience periods of high pressure due to deadlines and peak admissions cycles.
• Frequent travel required for recruitment events high school visits and college fairs.
• Must be willing to work extended hours including evenings and weekends especially during peak admissions periods.
• Regularly required to speak in front of large groups including students parents and community members.
• Must be able to work effectively and professionally with a wide range of constituencies.

Departmental Preferences:

• None

Supervision:

• None

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

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