Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Chatham University is seeking applications for the position of Undergraduate Admissions Counselor. This position serves as a member of the Office of Enrollment Management Team and is primarily responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of undergraduate students in order to achieve institutional goals.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages outreach, recruitment, travel and student engagement within assigned territory in order to meet institutional enrollment goals.
• Makes regular reports concerning status of recruitment and the current enrollment of undergraduate students.
• Plans own travel and conducts visits to high schools, college fairs, community colleges and community-based organizations or businesses in order to engage prospective students.
• Conducts Admission and Financial Aid presentations at on-site visits and manages proactive financial aid counseling with admitted students and their parents/guardians.
• Maintains proactive contact with prospective students and their families, utilizing all available communication tools to ensure high level of customer service and student support.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with high school stake holders (school counselors and administrators), community-based organizations and business personnel.
• Assists in all on-campus and virtual recruiting events.
• Counsels students and their families on programs, services, and financial resources available at Chatham University.
• This position requires daytime and overnight travel during the year.
• Evening and weekend hours are required during peak seasons to meet enrollment goals and participate in recruitment and student engagement events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of two years admissions or admission recruitment or sales related experience.
• Prior enrollment or student ambassador experience with undergraduate populations preferred.
• Experience with selective academic and/or athletic recruitment practices preferred.
• Required skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, ability to quickly learn and utilize proprietary educational software, basic math ability, and excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Individual should have superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and must function comfortably in a team structure and be able to speak confidently before large and small groups.
• Individual must have proven ability to work independently and be self-motivated to complete personalized communication with students, parents and stakeholders.
• Experience with SlateCRM system a plus.
• Must be able to drive/hold valid driver's license.

Other Qualifications:

• Required skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to quickly learn and utilize proprietary educational software.
• Basic math ability.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong people skills with the ability to help people feel at ease.
• Must function comfortably in a team structure while having the capability to work independently, efficiently, and effectively.
• Ability to speak before large and small groups with confidence.
• Proven background in sales. Proven ability to meet enrollment / sales goals, attention to detail, follow-through, and dependability.
• Extremely strong organizational skills, along with the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with diverse constituencies in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range:

$46,100 - $52,400. 40-hour work week.

Exact compensation based on candidate skills and experience.

How to Apply:

Applications accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3573228) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the positionCurriculum Vitae or ResumeContact information for three professional references

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.