Admissions Counselor

This position serves the broad purpose of counseling and recruiting prospective students. This position also guides prospective students to make the smart decision to invest in their future by enrolling in an online program at UNA. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel to attend college fairs and visit schools/colleges to recruit prospective students; Act as a point-of-contact for prospective students considering enrolling in an online or in-person program at the institution; Spend time on the telephone or virtual/video chat engaging online or in person prospective students in discussion about their future with the goal of setting an enrollment plan; Develop enrollment plans, taking into account prerequisite needs, admission requirements, program offerings, student interests, and career goals; Counsel and work with prospective students and their families in various settings; Mentor students from the application process through enrollment; Meet metrics by demonstrating high level of product/program knowledge and meeting specific student recruitment goals; Assume responsibility for managing and updating computerized prospective student database, application paperwork, and follow-up documentation; Maintain accurate knowledge of graduate and undergraduate programs (both online and in person), university student services, and peer institutions' offerings; Interpret and disseminate university policies and procedures; Help plan, implement, and execute recruitment strategies and events; Perform all other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Maintain correspondence with high school guidance counselors and other representatives of student populations to facilitate open communication and good relations; Provide unofficial transcript evaluations to assist prospective transfer students; Work with enrollment management/admissions representatives from other colleges and universities to establish appropriate methods for the recruitment of students; Assist in planning/organizing recruiting events. Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred; Recent experience in the recruitment and counseling of prospective undergraduate students preferred; Undergraduate experience in student leadership and public speaking is preferred; UNA graduates are encouraged to apply.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Current, valid driver's license is required. Applicants must upload a resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2.