Admissions Counselor Position Available In Livingston, New York

Admissions Counselor
State University of New York at Geneseo
in Geneseo, NY

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Full-Time

Salary:

Salary Min of $57,151

Posted:

06/23/2025

Application Due:

Open Until Filled

Category:

Admissions and Enrollment Department:

Admissions Position Summary The State University of New York at Geneseo Office of Admissions is seeking a self-motivated, results-oriented, equity-minded individual who has a demonstrated commitment to the values of a liberal arts education for an Admissions Counselor position. Responsibilities for this position include actively recruiting and counseling prospective students. Activities include, but are not limited to: effective correspondence with prospective students and other constituents including written and verbal communication through territory management, interviewing and virtual and in-person presentations; travel including high school visits, college fairs, and regional presentations; event planning; application assessment; representing the College and department at on and off-campus events; and assisting with various projects in the office. Candidates are required to work alternative schedules during recruitment periods. Many of these responsibilities entail evening and weekend commitments. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship Required Qualifications Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be highly motivated, creative, flexible, detail-focused, and adaptable to changing environments. Must demonstrate commitment and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and constituents supporting campus and department missions. Previous experience in higher education or related field. This can include work-study or internship experience.

Additional requirements include:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment
Ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary
Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in higher education or related field. Professional or paraprofessional experience in admissions or commensurate experience in student life. Supervision Received This position is supervised by the

Associate Director of Admissions Posting Number:

S415 Line # to be filled
01195

Apply By:

07/08/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes Salary
Min of $57,151 Special Instructions to Applicant We seek candidates who will create a climate that helps attract and is inclusive of all students, including students from historically underrepresented groups and students who have overcome personal challenges. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. Please attach a cover letter and a resume. Please supply contact information for three references, one of which must be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of campus interviews. For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by July 8, 2025. About SUNY Geneseo Mission Statement
We are a distinctive public liberal arts college that welcomes and inspires students to develop their knowledge and skills to build a better world. Our supportive, inclusive community is exceptional in cultivating creativity, engagement, and discovery. We find strength in diversity, joy in growth, and fulfillment in lifelong learning. Vision
We will cultivate a distinctive, equity-centered, public honors college experience that propels learners to positively impact society. Values
The Geneseo campus community is guided by our beliefs in and commitments to the following values:

Learning:

Embracing high expectations for intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, scholarly exploration, and personal growth.

Creativity:

Empowering a spirit of innovation that inspires intellectual curiosity, self-expression, and problem-solving.

Belonging:

Welcoming a diverse campus community that supports and celebrates
different identities, promotes equity and inclusion, and respects the ideas and
contributions of each individual.

Civic Engagement:

Encouraging active participation grounded in self-reflection,
empathy, and an ethical commitment to the common good of our local and global
communities.

Sustainability:

Building a culture of well-being that integrates and applies principles of
environmental, social, and economic stewardship informed by an understanding of the
past and our obligations to the future.
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Function 1: On-campus and Virtual Programs Coordinated and execute virtual programs.
Work with campus partners to assist with the planning and coordinating of virtual recruitment events.
Assist with the academic department’s recruitment and yield programs.
Coordinate on-campus special group visits with CBO and high schools.
Function 2: Recruitment Events In-person and virtual recruitment that includes high school visits, college fairs, and regional presentations.
Create and execute an annual recruitment plan.
Schedule and confirm all travel for high school visits, college fairs, panels for territory.
Meet with prospective students to share information about the College.
Function 3: Prospective Student Correspondence Correspondence with prospective students and other constituents including written and verbal communication through territory management.
Using prospect database, plan and implement an effective communication plan with recruits that include e-mail, phone calls, and other methods to reach students.
Function 4: Pre-college Programming Assist the Director of Admissions with coordination of pre-college program for high school juniors and seniors.
Assist with marketing, outreach, registration, and content development.
Function 5: Application Review Review all application materials and take notes as needed for assigned territory.
Follow up with applicants who are missing information from their files. Input data into Slate from the student application file.
Function 6: Miscellaneous Projects Assisting with various projects in the office SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic. To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245-5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu. Find out more about our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion! Apply Now