Global Admissions Counselor

Global Admissions Counselor William Woods University - 3.7 Fulton, MO Job Details Full-time $45,000 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Computer literacy English Driver's License Bachelor's degree

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This is a full time, exempt position.

General Description:

The Admissions Counselor is responsible for marketing William Woods University online programs and services to prospective students to increase university enrollment and visibility. The Admissions Counselor(s) will work within Missouri and recruit nationally. Emphasis will be on increasing prospects, applicants, and enrollments for William Woods University. Reliable transportation is required. WWU provides employees and their dependents with an opportunity to enroll in undergraduate, masters or doctoral coursework for credit at the university at a free or reduced cost. Employees interested in undergraduate degrees are eligible upon completion of three months of service. Masters or doctoral (including EDS) level degrees begins upon completion of six months of service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Be knowledgeable about William Woods University by having a thorough understanding of all University programs and mission with an emphasis on online students. Travel weekly to events, college fairs, and high school visits. Assist with marketing for online students. Meet or exceed annual recruitment goals. Give presentations about William Woods University programs to prospective students Manage the recruitment process by maintaining personal contact with all potential students. Remain engaged with students throughout their college experience. Work with and build relationships with high school community members and community organizations to help build and strengthen graduate recruitment to William Woods University. Develop strong relationships with faculty, academic advising, and the registrar's office to streamline the transfer process, particularly with degree planning and transfer credit. Manage inquiry, applicant, and committed status students in Salesforce. Represent the University professionally to prospective students and their families, businesses, community members, employers, alumni, counselors, advisors, and teachers/administrators in assigned recruitment territory. Establish relationships, regularly visit, engage and recruit & yield prospects with & from various high schools and organizations. Travel will be required during particular times of the year. Develop, analyze, and disseminate thorough reports, tracking the progress and status of travel & prospective students in our CRM and/or other applicable databases. Maintain & document all call, email, text & other interactions with prospects/applicants/students according to departmental procedures in our CRM and/or other applicable databases. Navigate online portals Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Position Requirements:

A bachelor's degree is required. Experience in sales, marketing, or public relations is preferred. Must be able to communicate and interact effectively with people. Must perform as a team player. Must meet tight deadlines while working with frequent interruptions. Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated and self-disciplined. Must be organized, flexible and creative; maintain attention to detail. Must be computer literate and knowledge of Salesforce preferred. Must have reliable internet access at home.

Typical Physical Demands:

Typical Physical Demands:

Ability to climb several flights of stairs several times each day. Ability to lift, push or pull up to 20 pounds. Ability to sit or stand for long periods. Ability to speak and read English fluently. Ability to hear. Ability to travel. Must possess a valid Missouri driver's license and adhere to the WWU vehicle policy.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, exempt position requiring 40+ hours per week with some travel required. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Compensation:

$45,000 Contact Dr. James Concannon at with a resume, cover letter, and any optional materials that would appropriate to consider for hire. William Woods University promotes a student-centered learning environment valuing inclusion, creativity, and intellectual inquiry. Focused on professions-oriented education, we prepare learners for success. William Woods University is an independent institution chartered by the State of Missouri with main campus facilities in Fulton, MO. It has been operating continuously since 1870, taking its current form as a coeducational university with undergraduate and graduate programs in 1993. Today, William Woods draws approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 35 states and approximately 11 foreign countries. William Woods has been ranked as a Top 100 Midwest University by U.S. News and World Report, and has been recognized for the quality and affordability of its online degree programs. With a full liberal arts curriculum, William Woods also offers a strong professional tradition, with nationally ranked programs in Equestrian Studies and American Sign Language. Its graduate education program figures strongly in the administration and leadership of Missouri's state school system. William Woods University is governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees, and remains committed to serving the public good by helping students link intellectual development with the responsibilities of citizenship and professional life. William Woods University is an Equal Opportunity Employer