Job TitleAdmission CounselorDepartmentUndergraduate AdmissionDivisionAdmission & Financial AidFLSA StatusExemptGrade5Salary Range$41,500 - $51,800UnionSEIU Local 500Reports toSenior Admission CounselorGeneral PurposeFunctions as part of a team responsible for the promotion of the college and recruitment of qualified candidates to meet enrollment goalsSummary of Essential FunctionsRecruitment of qualified students to meet enrollment goalsEssential Duties & ResponsibilitiesRecruitment Strategy DevelopmentAssist in the development and execution of territory-based enrollment initiatives, track progress, and report results to UGA leadership.Identify and target key markets and demographics to deepen engagement or expand into key territory/markets, as well as continually provide insights to the team and leadership on activities and engagement levels through interactions, reporting, and commenting in Slate.Relationship BuildingEstablish and maintain relationships with high schools, community colleges, and other educational institutions.Represent the university at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and other recruitment activities.Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students, their families, high school counselors and staff, and alumni.Responsibilities include a full schedule of recruitment at high schools, 2-year colleges, regional receptions, and portfolio days in assigned regions of the country throughout the calendar year.Admissions Process ManagementCounsel students and parents about admission, financial aid, and scholarship opportunitiesNavigation and maintenance of the SLATE CRM system. To include updating student and organizational records, managing regional recruitment events, managing individual student interactions, and other duties as assignedEvaluate first-year and transfer student application materials, including artwork portfolios, as a member of the Admission CommitteeData Analytics and ReportingTrack and analyze recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of recruitment outreach and engagement, adjusting as needed.Assess assigned territories, prospective students, applicants, and admitted students to deepen relationships and inform understanding and projections pertinent to the likelihood to apply, deposit, or enroll.Collaboration and TeamworkWork closely with other departments to ensure a seamless admissions process.Collaborate with academic departments and faculty to promote specific programs and initiatives.Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with admissions and recruitment best practicesAssist with in-person and virtual recruitment eventsPerform other related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal and organizational skills with keen attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent public speaking skillsAbility to relate to people from a variety of backgroundsMinimum qualificationsBachelors degree in a related fieldActive US Driver's LicenseProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with admissions CRM systemsWillingness to travel extensively, including evenings and weekends throughout the yearMust submit Cover Letter and ResumePreferred QualificationsSales, Marketing, or College AdmissionsReporting to this positionNo direct reportsConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidates must complete a full satisfactory background checkUnusual Circumstances related to the position: requires travel, evening and/or weekend work, blackout periodsPosition requires frequent off-site travel during the workday that cannot be reasonably accommodated through public transportation. Employee must be able to use a personal vehicle and maintain a valid drivers license and required insurancePhysical demands and work environmentWhile performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. (may be adjusted depending on position)While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.Exhibitions Department Installation Guide and Policy handbook, MICA Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.#J-18808-Ljbffr