Posting Details

Position Information

Position Type EHRA Staff Title Admissions Counselor Position Number 000508 Recruitment Range $33,000-$35,000 Work Schedule and Hours

Regular work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work required. Work schedules must be flexible due to the changes in the recruiting cycle and the academic year, i.e.,
1) during the travel seasons in the fall and the spring,
2) prior to and during regular registration periods,
3) follow-up activities such as telephone contacts during evening hours,
4) visitation programs scheduled on weekends throughout the year, and
5) outreach programs scheduled in the public and private schools during evening hours.

Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary

The Admission Counselor’s main objective is to recruit students and follow through with the admissions process until students matriculate. This position evaluates students’ academic credentials and makes independent decisions regarding the individuals’ admissibility to the University according to current admissions criteria and the University of North Carolina system requirements.

This position has the authority to bind the institution to admissions decisions. The Admission Counselor is responsible for planning and executing targeted recruitment initiatives to increase enrollment. Assigned a specific geographical area, the Counselor carries primary responsibility for all recruitment and communication activities with those prospective students in order to meet the university enrollment goals, including counseling, recruiting, and evaluating prospective students who express interest in UNC Asheville. All of these actions require interpersonal, computer and organizational skills.

This position also involves outreach actions to increase awareness of UNC Asheville with high school, transfer, traditional, non-traditional and international students as well as parents, secondary schools and community colleges personnel in order to bring them into the process of working with prospective students, applicants and newly matriculating students.

FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills

Position requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus equivalent training and experience. Outstanding public speaking, oral and written skills, excellent computer skills, outstanding customer service skills and a valid driver’s license are required.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

Previous experience in admissions is strongly preferred. Candidates with 2-4 years of experience as an Admissions Counselor with a successful recruitment track record are strongly preferred. May also consider applicants with experience working in a higher education setting. Familiarity with the UNC System would be ideal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The individual in this position must effectively demonstrate knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• General knowledge of secondary and post-secondary education.
  
• Specific knowledge of admissions requirements and general knowledge of financial aid and scholarships.
  
• Attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication.
  
• The ability to organize work flow and make sound decisions independently.

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.

Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

Posting Number E0168 Posting date 04/17/2019 Closing date 04/30/2019 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • UNC Asheville website
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Indeed
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Job Target
   • LinkedIn
   • Local Jobs
   • NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
   • UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
   • The Urban News
   • Twitter
   • Western North Carolina Diversity Engagement Coalition
   • Other
2. * What is the highest degree you currently hold?
   • High School diploma or equivalent
   • Associate's
   • Bachelor's
   • Master's
   • Doctoral or equivalent or higher
3. * Do you currently hold a valid driver's license (from any state)?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * How much work experience do you have in a college or university admissions office?
   • Less than 1 year
   • 1 - 2 years
   • 2 - 4 years
   • 5 or more years
5. * If asked, would you be able to demonstrate working knowledge of UNC system admissions policies?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Other Documents