Admissions Counselor (Hybrid)

Kettering University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Flint, MICHIGAN
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information


Job Title Admissions Counselor (Hybrid)
Position Class Type Regular
Position Type Staff
Other Position Information
About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.
Position Status Full-time
If Part Time, hours per week


Posting Text


Preferred Qualifications
Skills:
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Flexible, team-oriented, and self-motivated
  • Familiarity with Google Suite or similar productivity software
  • Willingness to travel extensively and work evenings and weekends as needed


Abilities:
  • Work independently with little supervision.
  • Analyze and solve problems.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Balance multiple projects and tasks within deadlines.
  • Recognize and adapt to change.
  • Acquire and apply new knowledge through personal development, research, training, or education.

Behaviors:
  • Independence of action/initiative
  • Service orientation
  • Resourcefulness/creativity
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork
Job Specific Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • One year of professional experience.
  • Must possess a current valid unrestricted driver’s license.
  • Understand and have a commitment to Kettering University Values
    a. RESPECT: for teamwork, honesty, encouragement, diversity partnerships with students.
    b. INTEGRITY: including accountability, transparency and ethics.
    c. CREATIVITY: fostering flexibility and innovation.
    d. COLLABORATION: across disciplines and with all partners.
    e. EXCELLENCE: in all we do.
    Special Event Expectations: Participation and assistance is expected at major campus special events, such as commencement.


Posting Information


Posting Number SP00412
Posting Date 03/29/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants


Job Duties


Percent of total time 100
Duties
Essential Functions:
  • Collaborate with the admissions team to conduct high school recruitment visits and communicate admissions policies and procedures
  • Represent Kettering University at college fairs, high school visits, and other recruitment events
  • Schedule and coordinate travel activities for recruitment events
  • Meet with prospective students and families to provide information about Kettering University
  • Present information sessions to groups of prospective students and families
  • Respond to inquiries from prospective students and families via phone, mail, and email
  • Evaluate applications for admission and serve as a resource for students, parents, and counselors
  • Advocate on behalf of students seeking admission to the university
  • Assist in planning, preparing, and executing recruitment programs and special projects


Recruitment and Outreach (40%):
  • Recruit prospective undergraduate students to Kettering University.
  • Represent Kettering University at college fairs, high school visits, and other recruitment events.
  • Meet individually with prospective students and families.
  • Present information sessions to large and small groups.

Application Evaluation (40%):
  • Evaluate applications for admission.
  • Serve as a resource for students, parents, and counselors regarding admission policies and procedures.
  • Provide referrals for students needing additional support services.

Program Planning and Execution (20%):
  • Assist in the planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation of recruitment programs and special projects.

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