Admissions Counselor - PSEO

We anticipate closing this position to new applicants on April 10th. 

Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, and recruits an increasing number of new students to the university’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) Program.

• Provide individualized one-to-one recruitment through relationship development and communication w/ students interested in enrolling for our fall and spring semester start.
• Meet individually with students and families who have an interest in the PSEO program.  Strategically recruit in-state students from partner high schools and home-school groups with the goal of enrolling the highest quality PSEO class.
• Collaborate with other offices serving the PSEO students (Early College Advising, PSEO Engagement Specialist, Early College Core Team etc.)  to establish cohesive communication and efficiency of processes.
• Complete administrative work and documentation of ongoing status of prospective students which includes: documenting all incoming and outgoing communication, detailing personal communication plans, and recording admissions process toward enrollment within the university database.
• Responsible for oversight and development of all aspects of strategic planning for PSEO recruitment.
• Provide mass Communication to prospective students within market segment.
• Build relationships with alumni, coaches, athletic directors, ministry leaders, education and guidance staff, and other community leaders for the purpose of building the Bethel brand within targeted communities.
• Reading and evaluating applications for admission.
• Participate in Admissions related events. This includes but is not limited to on campus recruiting events, school visits, college fairs, etc.

• Candidates must possess effective organization and communication skills and show attention to detail.
• Candidates must show proven ability to work with multiple tasks and projects well.
• Strong decision making and ability to guide clients through their decision making is essential.
• The successful candidate will have knowledge of Bethel University, particularly as it relates to the college’s mission as a Christian college and the ability to clearly present the benefits of Christian liberal arts education.  
• Individual should have strong skills in both written and oral communication, and the ability to motivate and understand the needs of prospective students.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, in a professional and confidential manner is necessary.
• Ability to work with students and families of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds assisting them with the admissions process.
• Ability to facilitate varied groups of individuals and multiple projects.

Required Experience:

• 2 years of experience in public relations or sales.

Preferred Experience:

• 2 years of experience in public relations or sales.
• Previous experience in an educational organization.
• Experience managing and developing a team.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A degree from Bethel University or another Christian college.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record. 
• Lifting and physical activity are a regular part of the position requirements.

• Must be willing to travel throughout the year – 15-20%.

• Must be willing to work non-routine hours as needed during certain times of the year. 

Bethel seeks to recruit, retain, develop, and support a diverse workforce who contributes to our educational and Christ-centered mission. Bethel encourages candidates to apply who can assist the University to develop a faculty that reflects the diversity of people in God’s kingdom through a variety of ethnicities, cultures, and lived experiences.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity in hiring .

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 6,300 students from 48 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.