Graduate Enrollment Counselor

Position Summary:

The Graduate Admissions Counselor is responsible for recruiting advising and guiding prospective graduate students through the admissions process. This individual serves as a primary point of contact for applicants and is committed to delivering exceptional service while meeting enrollment goals for graduate programs.

Key Responsibilities:
- Advise prospective students on admission requirements application procedures and program offerings.
- Drive inquiries and started applicants to complete the process.
- Review and evaluate applications for admission and make recommendations based on established criteria. Collaborate with program directors on borderline applicants.
- Maintain communication with prospective students via phone email text and virtual platforms.
- Collaborate with academic departments to ensure a seamless admissions process.
- Track applicant progress and update CRM/database systems regularly.
- Assist with the planning and execution of on-campus and virtual recruitment events.
- Support admitted students through the enrollment process including orientation and registration.
- Represent the institution at graduate fairs college visits and community events.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree required.
- 1 year of experience in admissions higher education or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal presentation and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM systems (e.g. Slate Salesforce).
- Willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

- Masters degree preferred.
- 2-3 years experience in graduate admissions or student services.
- Experience supporting adult learners online/hybrid programs or international student populations.
- Familiarity with international admissions processes.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Passion for higher education and student success.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Provide the following -
Cover Letter:
Describe your interest in the Graduate Admissions Counselor position and highlight relevant experience in student recruitment advising or enrollment services. Describe your approach to students engagement in the admissions process in your letter.

Resume:
Provide a current resume detailing your professional experience education and any relevant certifications.

Contact Information for Three Professional References:
Include name title organization phone number and email address. References will not be contacted without prior notification

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms achieve fair outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.