Admission Counselor/Assistant Dean of Admission

Colgate University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Hamilton, NEW YORK
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Category Professional/Administrative
Position Title Admission Counselor/Assistant Dean of Admission
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Division Admission and Financial Aid
Department Admission
Hiring Wage/Salary Range $58,460 - $60,000 / annually. Salary is determined by evaluating relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other job related qualifications.
Determination
When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Benefits
Current Benefits
Colgate University is proud to offer in-depth, competitive benefits that support the health and wellbeing of our employees and their family. The majority of benefits are effective on the date of hire.
We pride ourselves on the scope and quality of the benefits offered to our employees. We invite candidates to visit our Benefits page to learn more about our generous benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:
Health and Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health benefits, disability and life insurance, 403 B Retirement with employer core and matching contributions.
Paid Time Off:
Vacation time (varies based on position classification), sick time, 13.5 holidays including a Winter Recess between Christmas and New Year’s and 3 floating holidays.
Paid Family Leave:
After six months of employment, employees become eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid time off up to 67% of salary to a state maximum for bonding with a newborn, adopted or foster child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition or to help after a family member has been deployed to active military duty abroad.
Continuing Education and Professional Development:
Employees and their spouse/domestic partner may take up to 2 courses per semester at Colgate, tuition free with a $20 per course registration fee.
Funding for work related courses to obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree related to your current position.
After 7 years of service in an eligible position an employee’s eligible children may be awarded up to half of Colgate’s tuition to attend an accredited college, university or trade school of their choice.
Along with a generous benefits package, additional perks unique to Colgate University include but are not limited to free on campus parking, free gym membership with discounts for family members, reduced Seven Oaks Golf Course memberships, University Bookstore discount, free library access, 3 free tickets for any regular season athletic home event, access to Colgate owned Bewkes Center and Glendening Boathouse, free access to all cultural events.
Department Statement
We encourage applications from candidates who have interest in working with diverse populations.
Accountabilities
Participates in a team oriented working environment through all phases of the recruitment and selection process — travel, application review, information sessions and interviewing —and communicates with prospective students, families, counselors, and alumni in an assigned geographic territory. The position includes a full share of travel by various modes of transportation in a variety of locations.
  • Accountable for actively recruiting students electronically and in person through effective communication consistent with Colgate’s mission.
  • Accountable to provide outstanding customer service both on campus and in assigned travel regions.
  • Accountable for building strong and positive relationships with constituent populations.
  • Accountable to effectively review applications with objectivity and be able to demonstrate independent judgment and decision making in the process.
  • Accountable for familiarity with and compliance to NCAA recruiting rules.
  • Ability to respond to supervisor feedback.
  • Accountable for personal growth and advancement of relevant admissions, analytical, process and general professional skills and behaviors.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned. May include work with Colgate student volunteer programs.

Technical Competencies


Name Admission Strategy
Description
Demonstrated ability to contribute to various admission policies and procedures based on learning and experiences.
Name Communication Skill
Description
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate (both electronic and in person) with potential applicants and constituents (families, high school personnel) which may include underrepresented populations, urban populations and first-generation college students. High quality communication skills include dynamic public speaking skills as well as interview skills and strong writing skills. Ability to answer complex and at time difficult questions on the spot in public situations.
Name Communication Strategy
Description
Demonstrated ability to contribute to communication efforts and messaging through direct experiences and learning.
Name Customer Service
Description
Demonstrated ability to connect and build relationships with prospective students and families, high school personnel and other constituents while providing a high level of customer service. Must be able to provide high level customer service even in cases of sensitive and confidential information.
Name Data Analysis
Description
Demonstrated ability to interpret data to make informed decisions regarding travel planning, application review and overall regional management. Must possess basic math and computation abilities.
Name Recruiting
Description
Demonstrated ability to build applicant pools in assigned region(s) and execute travel with a high level of energy and enthusiasm. Demonstrated ability to make decisions with little to no supervision while traveling. Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment in situations that may arise. Demonstrated ability to synthesize data, internalize institutional priorities and institutional resources to develop travel plan in assigned travel regions which may include but not limited to high school visits, college fairs, evening programs.
Name Technology
Description
Demonstrated ability to access and navigate appropriate technology systems used in admissions. Ability to enhance and improve proficiency in admission technology tools.

Behavioral Competencies


Name Personal Accountability for Results
Description
Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.
Name Effective Communication
Description
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.
Name Problem Solving and Decision Making
Description
Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.
Name Change Management
Description
Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.
Name Leadership and Teamwork
Description
Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.
Name Creativity and Innovation
Description
Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.
Name Diversity and Inclusion
Description
Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.
Name Sustainability
Description
Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university’s commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university’s sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.

Requirements


Professional Experience/ Qualifications
  • Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and a high comfort level with public speaking before large groups is required, and an ability to effectively engage audiences through dynamic oral presentations is essential.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the liberal arts and ability to communicate the value of a liberal arts education to students and other outside constituents.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information pertaining to application review and other admission initiatives.
  • Passport eligibility is required.
  • Must be able to travel 50% annually.
  • Required to work on campus.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Volunteer or employment experience in selective admissions preferred, as is prior experience working with diverse student populations.
  • Fluency in a second language is helpful.
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Certifications
A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
Physical Requirements
Other Information
Diversity Statement Requirement:
Colgate has a diverse student, faculty, staff, and alumni population representing a variety of races, gender identities, social economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Plan presents a framework for continuing the creation of an inclusive campus and engaging the Colgate community in this effort in the years ahead.
Please describe how you would connect and work with a diverse community. The statement can be any length (e.g. paragraph or page). You can upload the statement under the Diversity Statement document heading. For information on how to write a diversity statement, see our Guidance on Crafting Diversity Statements .

Posting Detail Information


Requisition Number 2023S081Posting
Temporary No
Work Schedule
Full time
12 months
Monday-Friday
Job Open Date 11/30/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Clery Act
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [email protected] .

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