Admission Counselor

Admissions Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Recruits students by developing alumni networks, visiting high schools and college admission events, arranging and leading campus tours, and initiating campaigns to induce students to attend the institution.
• Reviews prospective student applications and interviews prospective students.
• Follows up with students to verify any application issues, including discrepancies or missing information.
• Contacts applicant references to verify information included on resumes, letters of recommendation, and applications.
• Works collaboratively with other admissions counselors to review applicants, make final admissions decisions, and send out admissions offers.
• Conducts research, designs questionnaires for current students, analyzes questionnaire results, and leads focus groups to adjust recruiting strategies and materials.
• Maintains recruiting operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.
• Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes and implementing changes.

Admissions Counselor Skills/Qualifications:

• Decision making
• Motivation and persuasion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Listening and interpersonal skills
• Verbal communication
• Supports diversity
• Results driven