William Penn University
Admissions Counselor – Staff Position
William Penn University, Oskaloosa, Iowa, United States, 52577
Position Title:
Admissions Counselor PositionsDepartment:
AdmissionsPosition Requirements and Preferences:Education:
Bachelor’s degree required.Experience:
Admissions experience not required; personal experience as a WPU student is preferred.Abilities:Enthusiasm for working with students and their familiesAbility to facilitate, manage and evaluate assigned recruitment areaAbility to work in an environment of shifting priorities, frequent interruptions, hectic pace, high level of interaction with students, staff and/or the publicWorking knowledge of computer software programs which may include Word, Excel, institutional mainframe computer system software, or similar programsAbility to learn and retain a wide range of institutional informationExcellent written communication skills including proficiency in business English, grammar, punctuation, and spellingExcellent oral communication skills including phone and in-person conversations and ability to give presentations in small and large group settingsAbility to handle highly confidential matters and materials with discretionAbility to work independently as well as be a collaborative team player in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlinesAbility to work with diverse populations, including a sensitivity to their needs and concernsExcellent customer service skills including phone and in-person reception etiquetteProficiency with office machines including fax, scanner and copy machineA valid driver’s licensePosition Summary:WPU strives to create a vibrant learning community for all its members, including students, staff, and faculty. To help foster that community, the Admissions Counselor will lead by example and develop others’ leadership capabilities, employ relevant technologies, and actively demonstrate the Quaker virtues of simplicity, peace-making, integrity, community, and equality. Specifically, the Admissions Counselor will effectively communicate the opportunities that the institution offers to students through face-to-face contact, phone calls, and electronic exchanges to help guide students and their families through the admissions process. This employee will also support university processes to achieve educational and economic goals.Responsibilities:Assume a key role in the admissions activities of the University through management of an assigned recruiting territory, including correspondence, telephone and personal contact with students.Assist prospective students and their parents through the enrollment process, explaining academic programs, admissions requirements, and basic financial aid information.Visit high schools and serve as a liaison with guidance counselors; represent the University at college fairs statewide.Represent the University in a positive manner with prospective, current, and former students, employees, and the community.Demonstrate enthusiasm, self-motivation, and a positive attitude in meeting and dealing effectively and courteously with students, other personnel, and all members of the community.Interpret departmental and/or college policies and procedures.Work harmoniously with others.Some evening and weekend commitments are required; as is occasional overnight travel.Other duties as assigned.Reports to:
Director of AdmissionsStart Date:
ImmediatelyReplacement or New Position:
ReplacementFull-Time/Part-time/Temp:
Full TimeClosing Date of Posting:
Until FilledSend cover letter, resume, and references to:William Penn University is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Admissions Counselor PositionsDepartment:
AdmissionsPosition Requirements and Preferences:Education:
Bachelor’s degree required.Experience:
Admissions experience not required; personal experience as a WPU student is preferred.Abilities:Enthusiasm for working with students and their familiesAbility to facilitate, manage and evaluate assigned recruitment areaAbility to work in an environment of shifting priorities, frequent interruptions, hectic pace, high level of interaction with students, staff and/or the publicWorking knowledge of computer software programs which may include Word, Excel, institutional mainframe computer system software, or similar programsAbility to learn and retain a wide range of institutional informationExcellent written communication skills including proficiency in business English, grammar, punctuation, and spellingExcellent oral communication skills including phone and in-person conversations and ability to give presentations in small and large group settingsAbility to handle highly confidential matters and materials with discretionAbility to work independently as well as be a collaborative team player in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlinesAbility to work with diverse populations, including a sensitivity to their needs and concernsExcellent customer service skills including phone and in-person reception etiquetteProficiency with office machines including fax, scanner and copy machineA valid driver’s licensePosition Summary:WPU strives to create a vibrant learning community for all its members, including students, staff, and faculty. To help foster that community, the Admissions Counselor will lead by example and develop others’ leadership capabilities, employ relevant technologies, and actively demonstrate the Quaker virtues of simplicity, peace-making, integrity, community, and equality. Specifically, the Admissions Counselor will effectively communicate the opportunities that the institution offers to students through face-to-face contact, phone calls, and electronic exchanges to help guide students and their families through the admissions process. This employee will also support university processes to achieve educational and economic goals.Responsibilities:Assume a key role in the admissions activities of the University through management of an assigned recruiting territory, including correspondence, telephone and personal contact with students.Assist prospective students and their parents through the enrollment process, explaining academic programs, admissions requirements, and basic financial aid information.Visit high schools and serve as a liaison with guidance counselors; represent the University at college fairs statewide.Represent the University in a positive manner with prospective, current, and former students, employees, and the community.Demonstrate enthusiasm, self-motivation, and a positive attitude in meeting and dealing effectively and courteously with students, other personnel, and all members of the community.Interpret departmental and/or college policies and procedures.Work harmoniously with others.Some evening and weekend commitments are required; as is occasional overnight travel.Other duties as assigned.Reports to:
Director of AdmissionsStart Date:
ImmediatelyReplacement or New Position:
ReplacementFull-Time/Part-time/Temp:
Full TimeClosing Date of Posting:
Until FilledSend cover letter, resume, and references to:William Penn University is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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