Regional Admissions Counselor

Department
Regional Admissions Recruitment

Job Posting Title
Regional Admissions Counselor

Job Description

Position Description:  Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Counselor who will recruit and manage prospective students in the states of Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota.  This full-time, 12-month position will be based from home and is responsible for a specific recruitment territory to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students.  These individuals will manage travel schedules, implement recruitment strategies and build relationships with high school and community college personnel.  The selected individual will communicate with prospective students and other constituents using various forms of communication.  Must have the ability to relate to diverse student populations and their family members.  Qualified applicants will need to be passionate about higher education and provide dynamic presentations with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity. Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work is required.  This is a position built with flexibility for the most qualified applicant to be located in the states of Nebraska, Iowa or Missouri. 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Provide dynamic written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
• Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
• Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups

Salary: Salary is $39,000 with a bachelor’s degree and $42,000 with a master’s degree.

Benefits: Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and manage prospective students in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota. Selected applicant will represent Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs and other events as applicable to travel schedule. ​
• Manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts with regard to presentations, seminars and providing weekly and monthly reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions.
• Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel in effort to maintain consistent communication with constituents in the college decision-making process.
• Act as the lead recruiter for delivering FHSU information to all entities in specified recruitment region.
• Provide extensive follow up with student prospects, which includes phone, email and other personal communication venues, in order to assist students from inquiry to enrollee. ​
• Prepare reports, proposals, and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
• Assist, develop and distribute communication flow to prospective students and families. ​
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registrations procedures, student housing etc.​
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop, implement and evaluate off-campus recruitment programs and events.
• Manage budgets related to appropriate travel and recruitment expenditures. 
• Ability to travel extensively by car and/or plane depending upon the recruitment activity.  (The university will provide a university fleet car for the selected candidate.)
• Establish a safe, free from distraction, home working environment conducive of maintaining confidentiality of records.  This remote space much have access to a secure high-speed internet connection in order to utilize university recruitment software.
• Must be able to utilize mobile phone, social media and various computer applications.  (A university cell phone, laptop and office supplies will be provided to the selected candidate.)
• Must be able to provide a positive addition to the existing admissions team and provide a positive contribution toward the university enrollment goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Application Process:  To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS .  Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents:  Applicants should submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references.  All application documents should be submitted in one PDF.  Review of applications will immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Name: Kyle Stacken

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 785.628.5722

ABOUT HAYS, KS

Candidates will discover a locale where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with an optimal quality of life. Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, Kansas, a vibrant, growing community of over 20,000 that takes great pride in the University's presence. Hays is a celebration of historic and contemporary contrasts, evidenced in its frontier roots highlighted throughout the city and local museums and in its redeveloped downtown area where residents enjoy one-of-a-kind restaurants, unique shopping, and a vibrant arts scene. This community’s commitment to the future inspires Hays businesses to reinvest locally.

A welcoming and family-centered community, Hays offers premier healthcare services, a growing high-tech and retail business community, and excellent Pre-K and K–12 schools in both the private and public sectors. The City of Hays has long been known as a safe community, and the FHSU campus is recognized by the National Council for Home Safety and Security in 2018 as one of the Top 100 Safest College Campuses in America. For entertainment, recreation, education, employment, or simply for a comfortable place to live, residents of all ages will find in Hays the elements that contribute to a safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling lifestyle.

Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.

Department
Regional Admissions Recruitment

Job Posting Title
Regional Admissions Counselor

Job Description

Position Description:  Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Counselor who will recruit and manage prospective students in the states of Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota.  This full-time, 12-month position will be based from home and is responsible for a specific recruitment territory to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students.  These individuals will manage travel schedules, implement recruitment strategies and build relationships with high school and community college personnel.  The selected individual will communicate with prospective students and other constituents using various forms of communication.  Must have the ability to relate to diverse student populations and their family members.  Qualified applicants will need to be passionate about higher education and provide dynamic presentations with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity. Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work is required.  This is a position built with flexibility for the most qualified applicant to be located in the states of Nebraska, Iowa or Missouri. 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Provide dynamic written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
• Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
• Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups

Salary: Salary is $39,000 with a bachelor’s degree and $42,000 with a master’s degree.

Benefits: Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and manage prospective students in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota. Selected applicant will represent Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs and other events as applicable to travel schedule. ​
• Manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts with regard to presentations, seminars and providing weekly and monthly reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions.
• Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel in effort to maintain consistent communication with constituents in the college decision-making process.
• Act as the lead recruiter for delivering FHSU information to all entities in specified recruitment region.
• Provide extensive follow up with student prospects, which includes phone, email and other personal communication venues, in order to assist students from inquiry to enrollee. ​
• Prepare reports, proposals, and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
• Assist, develop and distribute communication flow to prospective students and families. ​
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registrations procedures, student housing etc.​
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop, implement and evaluate off-campus recruitment programs and events.
• Manage budgets related to appropriate travel and recruitment expenditures. 
• Ability to travel extensively by car and/or plane depending upon the recruitment activity.  (The university will provide a university fleet car for the selected candidate.)
• Establish a safe, free from distraction, home working environment conducive of maintaining confidentiality of records.  This remote space much have access to a secure high-speed internet connection in order to utilize university recruitment software.
• Must be able to utilize mobile phone, social media and various computer applications.  (A university cell phone, laptop and office supplies will be provided to the selected candidate.)
• Must be able to provide a positive addition to the existing admissions team and provide a positive contribution toward the university enrollment goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Application Process:  To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS .  Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents:  Applicants should submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references.  All application documents should be submitted in one PDF.  Review of applications will immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Name: Kyle Stacken

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 785.628.5722

ABOUT HAYS, KS

Candidates will discover a locale where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with an optimal quality of life. Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, Kansas, a vibrant, growing community of over 20,000 that takes great pride in the University's presence. Hays is a celebration of historic and contemporary contrasts, evidenced in its frontier roots highlighted throughout the city and local museums and in its redeveloped downtown area where residents enjoy one-of-a-kind restaurants, unique shopping, and a vibrant arts scene. This community’s commitment to the future inspires Hays businesses to reinvest locally.

A welcoming and family-centered community, Hays offers premier healthcare services, a growing high-tech and retail business community, and excellent Pre-K and K–12 schools in both the private and public sectors. The City of Hays has long been known as a safe community, and the FHSU campus is recognized by the National Council for Home Safety and Security in 2018 as one of the Top 100 Safest College Campuses in America. For entertainment, recreation, education, employment, or simply for a comfortable place to live, residents of all ages will find in Hays the elements that contribute to a safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling lifestyle.

Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.