Simmons University

AdmissionCounselor

$39–63k Boston, Massachusetts, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Admission Counselor at Simmons University. Skills: Student recruitment, Admission counseling, Territory management. Counsel students from prospect stage through enrollment. Travel to recruitment events”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Independent Problem Solving

Eligibility Requirements

4+ flights per year, Significant hours beyond work week, Work 2-3 nights per week, Attend weekend events, Attend holiday events, Light lifting up to 20 pounds

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, Valid US driver's license, Ability to rent a car, Passport or REAL ID

Nice to Have

Experience in an Admission setting, Experience in higher education, Experience in high school counseling, Sales experience, Customer service oriented profession, Fluency in Spanish, Fluency in Arabic, Fluency in Portuguese, Fluency in Vietnamese, Fluency in Mandarin, Fluency in Haitian Creole, Experience with Slate, Experience with CRM

What You'll Do.

Counsel students from prospect stage through enrollment

Travel to recruitment events

Speak with prospective students and families

Plan and attend presentations and events

Strategize school visits and events

Maintain relationships with college counselors

Read applications for students

Evaluate applications based on rubric

Recommend admission decisions

Present applicants to admission committee

Respond to communications from students

Proactively reach out to students

Assist students in admission funnel

Serve as Counselor on Duty

Meet with walk-in visitors

Present group information sessions

Respond to incoming emails

Respond to incoming phone calls

Respond to incoming texts

Present at admission events

Staff admission events

Manage projects within admission office

Liaise with other offices

Manage student workers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Admission committee

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication; Presentation skills

Full Job Description

_**ABOUT SIMMONS**_ Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace. As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum. **_JOB SUMMARY_** The Admission Counselor is responsible for the recruitment and counseling of undergraduate students. They are expected to travel to regional and national recruitment events, interview prospective students and meet with their families, and evaluate several hundred applications per year. Additional responsibilities and projects will be

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