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| Job Title: | Admissions Counselor |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | High School Diploma/GED |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Job Description: |
Job ID360334
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyStudent Services
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9702AN
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
About the Job
Summary of Position
The Admissions Counselor is a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented professional who will serve as a key contact for prospective students in Minnesota. This position will represent the University of Minnesota to prospective students, prospective student families, and high school officials in Minnesota while providing customer service to prospective students from a variety of geographical locations. The position is hybrid, with expectations of working in office 2 to 3 days per week as the job requires.
This is a 100%-time, 12-month, annually renewable appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series (classification 9702AN, SS Pro 2-Admissions). This position includes an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life/LTD insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, 22 paid time off days, one personal holiday in addition to the existing 11 University holidays.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
* Serve as contact for freshman admissions; provide advising and assistance throughout the admission process to students, family members, and high school counselors.
* Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
* Plan, participate and work with student recruitment outreach activities on and off campus.
* Serve as a key liaison with high school counselors, independent counselors, and other school officials.
* Implement extensive recruitment and relationship-building efforts utilizing written, telephone, and in-person communication to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students.
* Coordinate and deliver on and off-campus information sessions to recruit students to apply and enroll at the University of Minnesota.
* Present at high school programs, recruitment events, and counselor meetings.
* Event planning and management; lead, host, and/or manage targeted recruitment events
* Participate in the execution of the office's Visits and Events programs.
* Evaluate academic and other credentials for admission decision and counseling purposes.
Salary range is $45,000-48,000, depending on qualifications.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree with at least two years of relevant work experience, or master's degree.
* Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to responsibly drive a vehicle.
* Must be able to travel locally and regionally for extended periods.
* Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as needed.
* Demonstrated commitment to and competence working with individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds towards inclusive educational environments.
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
* Prior experience in college admissions and recruitment or a closely related unit such as campus tours, orientation, college access community based organizations or other direct work with student outreach and enrollment.
* Event planning or project management experience.
* Public speaking skills and experience.
* Preference given to candidates with University of Minnesota experience defined broadly such as former student, graduate, employee, or community member of any campus.
About the Department
The mission of the Office of Admissions is to take leadership in recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students who will benefit from and contribute to the University of Minnesota scholarly community. Admissions strives to be service-driven, tenacious, respectful, inclusive, authentic, and ethical. The Office of Admissions coordinates undergraduate student enrollment efforts and collaborates campus-wide with colleges, departments, and the units within the Office of Undergraduate Education to meet the University's enrollment goals. The Office of Admissions serves prospective undergraduate students, and incoming undergraduate students.
Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Please visit the for more information regarding benefits.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online and will be reviewed beginning April 22, 2024 as a priority application date. Depending on the status of the search, applications may be reviewed after that date. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Please include a Diversity Statement: a statement outlining how you value diversity and your experience in working with diverse populations. This statement can be one page or less. (For reference, please see how the University of Minnesota defines diversity.). 3 professional references will be requested by finalists only at a later time.
Additional documents as the diversity statement may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment... For full info follow application link.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
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