Admissions Counselor

Georgia Southwestern State University – a four-year institution – cultivates excellence in learning and teaching that encourages intellectual, personal, and social growth for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Georgia Southwestern State University is a comprehensive state university within the University System of Georgia that offers a full range of bachelor degree programs, along with selected master’s and specialist degree programs.

Georgia Southwestern is committed to serving the needs of its developing region with educational programs for high school, for professional and technical graduates; post-graduate professional training; research and business services; and cultural enrichment. Through its national and international affiliations, the University links Southwest Georgia with the global economy and actively fosters a greater understanding of international business and culture.

An admissions counselor implements a comprehensive recruitment plan designed to enrich the campus community by attracting and enrolling a diverse student body by doing the following:

·     Recruit students and provide support for prospects as they progress through the admissions process.

·     Advise on academic planning, programs, requirements, and campus resources.

·     Coordinate and attend numerous recruitment events to increase brand awareness and to build a recruitment pipeline.

·     Assist in identifying, communicating, and implementing vital recruitment strategies targeting all populations to enhance and grow the University¿s student body.

This is an entry-level position in professional admissions and recruitment work. Extensive overnight travel is required (~80 nights per year). A successful candidate for this position must be prepared to travel in and around the Metro-Atlanta and North Georgia areas. Some occasional out-of-state travel may be required.

• Plan and coordinate visits and special programs for students at targeted high schools.
• Process student applications and make admission decisions.
• Maintain extensive communication with prospective students through text, email, phone, video messages, and in-person contact.
• Assist with on-campus recruitment programs, tours, related activities, and Preview Days.
• Utilize office technological resources including TargetX, the CRM for the university, to effectively recruit students to GSW Perform related work as required.

All other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor¿s degree from an accredited university is required. Candidates completing their bachelor's degree in Summer 2024 will also be considered.
Required Experience
More than one year of related experience required.

Additional Requirements

• Extensive travel is involved; therefore, employee must have reliable means of transportation that may be used for recruitment travel (mileage reimbursement given).
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds to deliver materials for recruitment to various sites.
• Must be outgoing, energetic, and enthusiastic, with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate to young people.
• Must be able to strategically plan and organize a recruitment travel schedule to maximize the number of visits and efficiently use the travel budget.
• Knowledge of marketing and public relations and computer skills helpful.
• Knowledge of and ability to explain academic, social, and service programs of the University.
• Knowledge of Banner computer software helpful. Previous college admissions experience desirable.

$39,363.76 per year

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of Banner and Salesforce CRM.
Knowledge of admissions requirements and standards.
SKILLS
Skill in computer operations.
Skill in interpersonal communications.
Skill in oral and written communications.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at [email protected] .

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or [email protected] .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.