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Staff - Admissions Counselor

Employer
Southwestern Michigan College
Location
Dowagiac

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Staff - Admissions Counselor

Posting Number: 20110805-2
Job Category: Staff

Job Description Summary:
The Admissions Counselor will take a lead role in the recruitment of traditional, non-traditional and high school dual enrolled students for Southwestern Michigan College. The Admissions Counselor will report directly to the Director of Admissions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates visits to surrounding high schools and provides information on the various academic programs, student life opportunities and financial aid that is available to all prospective students.

  • Identifies, recruits and advises new students through the admissions process, with an eye towards maximizing the number who will then enroll in classes.

  • Meets or exceeds target goals for recruitment at assigned schools.

  • Assists the Manager of Dual Enrolled Student Success with testing and registration process for high school dual enrolled students.

  • Represents the College at all times in a professional and enthusiastic manner, promoting our benefits without speaking negatively of other institutions.

  • Develops and maintains close working relationships with local area high school counselors, faculty, and staff - making them aware of the various programs and financial aid options that are available at SMC.

  • Commits to remaining engaged and current on emerging trends and possible new opportunities for student recruitment, including observation of any activities by competing colleges.

  • Coordinates and attends College Nights at local area high schools and providing information to all interested students, which may require occasional evening or weekend work.

  • Organizes and serves as lead ambassador for campus visits and tours, with the direct responsibility of providing a delightful, informative and memorable experience for all guests.

  • Serves as helpful initial contact for all prospective students that arrive, with an appointment or as an unexpected drop-in, at either the Dowagiac or Niles campus for a tour.

  • Maintains accurate, honest records of advising activities over time, providing the College metrics vital to its ongoing success.

  • In a spirit of team co-operation, serves as backup to other Counselors that may be unavoidably detained or engaged with a prospective student family.

  • The duties listed in this job description are not all-inclusive, but a list of the major responsibilities. Additional duties not noted in the job description may be assigned by a supervisor.

    Required Qualifications:
    Minimum of Associate degree in a business subject from an accredited college or university.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Baccalaureate degree in Business or Communications from an accredited college or university.
    • Sales background, familiarity with higher education selection process and with dual-enrollment programs are preferred.

    Other Information:


    Special Instructions to Applicants:


    To apply, visit https://swmich.peopleadmin.com/postings/2835





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    • Organization

    Working at Southwestern Michigan College

    Accreditations/Affiliations

    Since joining the ranks of other prestigious Michigan colleges in 1964, Southwestern Michigan College has continually expanded its curriculum and now offers more than 30 Associate degrees. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Southwestern Michigan College is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges.

    Colleges and universities periodically engage in a process of self-study and external review in order to renew their accreditation status. Southwestern Michigan College completed its self-study and was re-accredited through 2021.

    Core Values

    The core values of Southwestern Michigan College describe the beliefs that direct the college in all that it does.

    • “Excellence with a Personal Touch” is a working principle guiding our actions.
    • High quality is inherent in all that Southwestern Michigan College does.
    • We have a commitment to be responsible managers of college resources: human resources by promoting growth, satisfaction, and empowerment; financial resources by operating with a balanced budget and investing in the future; physical resources by maintaining a high quality physical plant.
    • We believe in “Knowledge for all.” As the only institution of higher education in the district, Southwestern Michigan College has the dual responsibilities of providing postsecondary career preparation for those who are seeking immediate employment and college coursework and degrees for those seeking baccalaureate degrees.
    • We have a commitment to being a learner-centered college, developing students through a total college life experience and providing them with 21st century services.

    Mission Statement

    The mission of Southwestern Michigan College is to serve our community by providing affordable local access to high quality postsecondary career preparation and college education – including the total college life experience.

    Degrees/Certificates

    A Michigan community college that averages in the top 5 percent for student transfer success, Southwestern Michigan College offers programs that lead to Associate degrees and/or certificates.

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