Admission Counselor

Admission CounselorSchool/Division:Office of Enrollment ManagementOffice:Office of Undergraduate AdmissionFull-Time or Part-Time:Full-TimeAbout HofstraHofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities to apply.Description:Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Admission, the Admission Counselor is responsible for all aspects of admission recruiting to include delivering on-campus and off-campus admissions programs, reviewing freshman applications for undergraduate admission and networking and building relationships between high school counselors, prospective students, and parents. This entry-level position is designed to give candidates an introduction to careers in Higher Education.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•Conducts presentations with visiting students, parents, and high school counselors regarding admission and financial aid process, policies, and procedures.
•Maintains communication with prospective students from across the country via email, phone, and text message through all stages of the recruitment and admission process.
•Speaks to groups and individual students and meets with school officials to develop partnerships between the University and high schools throughout an assigned geographic region.
•Interviews prospective students and candidates for admission.
•Represents the University Admissions Office at evening college fairs, college nights, and admissions panels.
•Serves as the primary contact and reader of applications for admission for designated applicant pool(s).
•Performs other related duties as assigned.

Candidates must be willing and able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, the Colonial Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.

Evening and weekend hours may be required in support of special projects and events.
Qualifications:Required:
•Bachelor’s degree.
•Valid driver’s license.
•Strong interpersonal, organizational, administrative and oral and written communication skills.

Preferred:
• One-year admissions experience.
•Familiarity with computerized admissions and financial aid systems, such as Ellucian Banner and Slate.
•Working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheet programs.Requested Information:

Application Instructions:For consideration, please email a cover letter with salary requirement and resume to:

Claire Fitzgibbon
Assistant Vice President of Admission
Email: [email protected]

Please reference “Admission Counselor” in the subject line.


Voluntary Self-IdentificationAll applicants are invited to complete the three (3) voluntary self-identification formsDeadline:Open until filledDate Posted: 06/13/2022Posting Number: 897693-22