North Park University
Higher Education
AdmissionsCounselor
“Admissions Counselor at North Park University. Skills: recruitment, counseling, relationship building, communication. Recruit, counsel, and guide prospective undergraduate students from inquiry through enrollment using a relationship-driven approach. Build and maintain strategic partnerships with counselors, youth leaders, and community influencers to generate and convert prospective student interest”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet annual enrollment goals
Industry & Context.
Willingness to travel extensively, Comfort with frequent travel, including air and car travel, Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, Work evenings and weekends for special events, including one Saturday information session every other month, Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and effectively communicate financial aid and scholarship processes, Willingness to travel extensively and manage logistics, including transporting and setting up recruitment materials, Comfort with frequent travel, including air and car travel, Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, Proficiency with standard office technology and systems (e. g. , email, CRM platforms, or similar tools), Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record, Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park University’s mission of Christian higher education, Have good attention to detail and excellent organizational and planning skills, Be customer friendly and hospitable, Proficiency with Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
Nice to Have
master’s degree, Ideally in higher education, admissions, recruitment, or nonprofit settings, Fluency in Spanish, Have experience with Enterprise Systems, Comfortable with using new technology
What You'll Do.
and guide prospective undergraduate students from inquiry through enrollment using a relationship-driven approach
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with counselors
and community influencers to generate and convert prospective student interest
Develop and execute territory recruitment strategies and outreach plans in collaboration with admissions leadership to meet annual enrollment goals
Plan and manage travel to high schools
and community organizations to build a and diverse prospect pipeline
Cultivate meaningful relationships with prospective students
and community partners
reflecting the University’s commitment to personal attention and care
Represent North Park University’s mission and values
articulating its Christian identity
and commitment to student success
Deliver engaging presentations and consultations
including information sessions
financial aid overviews
and individualized appointments
Guide prospective students through the admissions process
including interviews and application review requirements
Manage communications with prospects through phone
and virtual platforms
and personalized follow-up
Maintain accurate CRM records and track recruitment activity to support data-informed decision-making and goal attainment
Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to highlight academic programs and enhance recruitment efforts
Represent the University at open houses
including those held on evenings and weekends
Develop and maintain knowledge of academic programs
and financial aid to effectively counsel prospective students
Engage fully as a member of the admissions team
participating in meetings
and cross-functional initiatives
Maintain a flexible schedule
including travel and work during evenings and weekends during peak recruitment periods
Work evenings and weekends for special events
including one Saturday information session every other month
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with admissions leadership on territory recruitment strategies and outreach plans; Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to highlight academic programs and enhance recruitment efforts; Engage fully as a member of the admissions team, participating in meetings, training, and cross-functional initiatives; Lead, participate in and contribute to work teams as assigned
Communication Scope
interpersonal; written; verbal
Process & Methodology
Manage travel to high schools, churches, college fairs, and community organizations, Manage communications with prospects, Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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