Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor Admissions Tracking Code A1501I

JOB DESCRIPTION:Cameron University Admissions Counselors are based in Lawton Oklahoma and responsible for the recruitment admission advisement and matriculation of prospective students within the universitys primary service area and beyond. This is an entry-level position that reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions.

Job Duties of an Admissions Counselor include but are not limited to:

Professionally and efficiently execute Cameron Universitys commitment to student success

Outreach

o Disseminating and effectively communicating admission requirements and procedures to prospective students parents families other members of the public faculty and staff

o Providing knowledgeable and professional representation of Cameron University with students in groups one-on-one and during on- and off- campus events to increase community awareness

o Assisting prospective students and their families with the Cameron University admissions applicationOklahomas Promise application Federal Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA) and other pre-college preparation requirements

o Attending events and making presentations to communicate with prospective students and their families in an effort to promote Cameron University and its programs

o Composing letters other correspondence special reports and materials and managing e-mail correspondence daily

Enrollment

o Supporting the enrollment goals of the university by implementing effective admission programs and procedures

o Working directly with area high schools technical centers businesses and other constituencies in activities designed to prepare students for college and recruit students

o Evaluating prospective student needs and building productive relationships by providing individualized assistance with educational goal identification program selection payment/financial aid planning and paths to degree completion

o Corresponding professionally with students offering advice resources or referral to other campus resources

o Addressing issues and inquiries from prospective students parents families and other members of the public in a timely and professional manner

Marketing

o Facilitating admission and conversion process through various recruiting methods to include but not limited to: automated and personalized communication high school visits pre-screened cold calling presentations etc

o Maintaining and expanding prospective student recruitment through lead generation prospect guidance and matriculation assistance

o Researching prospective student history following through on leads and maintaining records on assigned recruiting territory into the current Student Information System

o Maintaining and promoting the Cameron Admissions social media accounts.

Operational

o Advising the Assistant Director of Admissions on significant matters and supporting other members of the team in meeting goals and expectations

o Contributing information and supporting team efforts by accomplishing goals monitoring competition and reactions from prospective students

o Assisting with processing admission applications for undergraduate and graduate students and coding them in the proper admission category based on Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) and Cameron University policies

o Determining admissibility to Cameron based on evaluation of academic transcripts and test scores

o Creating a database record for each student by entering information in the student information system from source documents

Representing the university in a professional manner

Performing and assisting with other related duties as assigned

Participating in staff development programs and campus functions

Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities

Demonstrate time-management skills ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills creative problem-solving skills and demonstrate skills in oral and written communication

Ability to work and communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse populations

Demonstrate ability to quickly establish rapport with and efficiently serve prospective students

Presentation and public speaking skills

Experience in working with Microsoft Suite and Adobe Suite

Ability to lift weight (10-20 lbs) on a regular basis

Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time

Ability to travel for recruiting purposes and work independently with minimal supervision

Familiarity to work in an electronic environment to include web and social marketing in addition to virtual recruitment meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. An earned bachelors degree from a regionally accredited university

2. Minimum of two years responsible employment

3. Valid Drivers License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bilingual Spanish

2. Experience recruiting diverse and varied student populations including low socioeconomic (SES) first generation and other groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education

3. Experience working with Slate Banner and Cognos

SALARY: $30500. Opportunity for performance compensation subject to approval and budgetary availability.

TRAVEL:Admissions Counselors are expected to travel extensively within Cameron Universitys recruitment zones. If available and requested a university vehicle will be provided. Employees will be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred while conducting official university business to include lodging per Diem and transportation. Evening and weekend hours will be required.

INSTITUTION: Cameron University () is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton Oklahoma that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence the university provides a wide range of economic cultural and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Masters-level graduate degrees are offered in business behavioral sciences and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the Universitys Annual Security Report listing crime statistics and university policies is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at must include acover letter indicating experience applicable to position resume transcripts(unofficial are acceptable at this point) names addresses and telephone numbers ofthree professional references.

DEADLINE:Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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