SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Graduate Admissions Counselor is an integral component of the Converse University Admissions team and requires an enthusiastic, high-energy individual who is determined to meet the University's enrollment goals. The individual must be committed to personal attention and follow-up with candidates, and adept at matching candidates' needs with Converse University's offerings. The individual will be responsible for developing a plan of action to achieve institutional goals and representing Converse University at off-site events, such as graduate college fairs and on-campus functions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:GoalsIn collaboration with the Director, Dean, and Vice President, using enrollment data to develop strategic recruitment and enrollment plans serving prospective studentsRecruit, engage, and enroll a dynamic and diverse incoming class of students through all stages of the enrollment funnelManage the Strategic Enrollment Plan for Graduate Admissions in collaboration with the Dean of the Graduate School and Graduate Program DirectorsAchieve goals set by the Director of Admission, Dean of the Graduate School, and Vice President for Enrollment ManagementManage the recruitment of students in designated regions and/or candidaciesPrepare and deliver reports to the Director of Admission, Dean of the Graduate School, and Vice President for Enrollment Management as required Outreach Recruitment (50%)Responsible for the research and assignment of all recruitment activities within their territory and/or designated student populations for which they're responsibleManage all aspects of recruitment travel, including scheduling, transportation, and accommodations per university-wide travel policiesAttend graduate college fairs and complete a report for each fairSchedule private visits to selected four-year institutions and businesses and complete a report for each visit in the CRM (Slate)Responsible for the preparation to ensure all components are completed for each application in CRM for graduate students before the first read of facultyParticipate in virtual meetings with prospective students and attend virtual events hosted by individual schools or organizations.Host receptions for school counselors, businesses, school administrators, and prospective students in targeted areasAttend alumni events in the recruitment regionVisitor Management (35%)Attend all campus preview days/admissions eventsInterview and tour families who visit the campus as neededPlan and execute designated sessions at on-campus events as neededPlan and execute the MMFT Interview Days (On-Campus & UCG)Serve as an interviewer at Scholars Day as neededWork Saturdays during the on-call seasonCommunication (10%)Establish, develop, and maintain communication throughout the university admission process with prospective students, families, school counselors, businesses, and educational community partners through phone, email, direct mail, interviews, presentations, and social mediaAssist in the development and implementation of strategic communication for admissions counselors in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Admissions Marketing and CommunicationsMake daily personal contact with prospective students through the mail, email, and telephone and report each contact in SlateProvide extensive tele-counseling at nightBuild relationships with school counselors and alumni in the designated recruitment areaFacilitate contact between prospective students and faculty/staff/current students/alumniFinancial Planning (10%)Follow up with in-depth phone calls to offer additional counseling during the critical Financial Planning seasonAttend University-hosted Financial Aid and Planning events as neededWorking alongside the Assistant Director for Admissions Operations to create and maintain an informative Financial Planning communication flow for all graduate studentsSchedule and attend one-on-one Financial Planning meetings with students to answer questions regarding the FAFSA, Financial Planning, and LoansOther Responsibilities (10%)Responsible for the recruitment of students from the assigned territoryAll other reasonable duties assigned by the Director of AdmissionsAdhere to Converse University Conference and NCAA policies and proceduresCompliance with the University's Service ExpectationsJOB QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university requiredValid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications:Three to four years of admissions experience preferredMaster's degree from an accredited college or university preferredKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesThree to four years of admissions experience preferredStrong written and verbal communication skillsIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with using a CRM preferredAbility to exhibit strong customer service skills for all levels of University constituencies and members of the publicAbility to take appropriate steps to promote and sustain effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environmentAbility to speak one-on-one and with small and large groupsAbility to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as well as travel during designated times of the yearGUIDELINES AND SUPERVISION: The Graduate Admissions Counselor will be responsible for using enrollment data to develop a strategic recruitment and enrollment plan in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, Dean of the Graduate School, and Vice President for Enrollment Management. They will manage the recruitment of students in designated regions and/or candidacies. The Graduate Admissions Counselor will be responsible for the preparation of files for the first-read within the CRM.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: This position allows the employee to work from the University Center of Greenville up to two days a week.Work Schedule: The university's operating hours are Monday through Thursday 8am -5pm and Friday 8am through 1pm. This position will occasionally work under flexible hours including nights and weekends during designated times of the year.Licenses: Valid Driver's LicenseDISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.