What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor position at SUNY Geneseo?
Position Summary
Responsibilities for this position include actively recruiting and counseling prospective students. Activities include, but are not limited to: effective correspondence with prospective students and other constituents including written and verbal communication through territory management, interviewing and virtual and in-person presentations; travel including high school visits, college fairs, and regional presentations; event planning; application assessment; representing the College and department at on and off-campus events; and assisting with various projects in the office.
Candidates are required to work alternative schedules during recruitment periods. Many of these responsibilities entail evening and weekend commitments.
Required Qualifications
Previous experience in higher education or related field. This can include work-study or internship experience.
Additional requirements include:
Preferred Qualifications
The State University of New York at Geneseo Office of Admissions is seeking a self-motivated, results-oriented, equity-minded individual who has a demonstrated commitment to the values of a liberal arts education for an Admissions Counselor position.
Responsibilities for this position include actively recruiting and counseling prospective students. Activities include, but are not limited to: effective correspondence with prospective students and other constituents including written and verbal communication through territory management, interviewing and virtual and in-person presentations; travel including high school visits, college fairs, and regional presentations; event planning; application assessment; representing the College and department at on and off-campus events; and assisting with various projects in the office.
Candidates are required to work alternative schedules during recruitment periods. Many of these responsibilities entail evening and weekend commitments.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be highly motivated, creative, flexible, detail-focused, and adaptable to changing environments.
Must demonstrate commitment and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and constituents supporting campus and department missions.
Must demonstrate commitment and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and constituents supporting campus and department missions.
Previous experience in higher education or related field. This can include work-study or internship experience.
Additional requirements include:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
- Possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment
- Ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary
Master’s degree in higher education or related field.
Professional or paraprofessional experience in admissions or commensurate experience in student life.
License/Certification Other Skills Required Supervision Received
Professional or paraprofessional experience in admissions or commensurate experience in student life.
This position is supervised by the Director of Admissions
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