Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Admissions Counselor at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Staff

Internal Job Category

Exempt (Staff)

Full-Time

Department

Admissions

Hours

37.5

Primary Duties and

Responsibilities:

Responsible for recruiting and counseling prospective students and general office duties. Provide leadership to other processes as necessary.

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the academic, social, and spiritual composition of Belmont University in order to perpetuate the Belmont vision.
• Manage the enrollment of students from a particular geographic region including direct visitation, recruiting visits, and appointments with campus visitors.
• Evaluate credentials of applicants to determine academic and personal compatibility with the goals and mission of Belmont University.
• Assists with all on campus events. Leads information sessions on campus, participates in all scholarship interview days, and attends Preview Days and Be Belmont Day.
• Exercise knowledge of financial aid programs available to Belmont University students and provide financial aid counseling to prospective students. Participate in the awarding of merit-based scholarships to admitted students deemed most qualified.
• Participate in cross-functional improvement teams and initiatives.
• Assist Enrollment Services and other offices as assigned.
• This role requires frequent overnight travel during the fall and spring semesters.
• The above statements describe the job''s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Required Qualifications:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

Form diverse leaders of character;Equip people to solve the world's complex problems through teaching, research and service;And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

• Knowledge of continuous improvement principles.
• Outstanding customer service skills required.
• Basic knowledge of marketing and higher education.
• Ability to apply processes and policies with sensitivity and make the final decision.
• Superior presentation and oral and written communication skills.

Required EducationBachelor''s degree required.

Required ExperiencePrevious college admissions experience as a student or employee preferred. Must possess a current valid driver''s license with good driving record.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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