Admissions Counselor II

Overview

Position Title Admissions Counselor II. Department Location Arlington. Position Status Full-time. Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility available. May require frequent travel for recruiting purposes. Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience, starting at $44,000.

The Admissions Counselor II provides advanced professional knowledge, advice and counseling regarding student admission. Executes duties daily to assist the department in reaching university enrollment goals and contribute to student success. Responsible for the recruitment of new students, including performing activities that will generate prospects, applicants, and new student enrollment. Build professional connections with school counselors and educational partners that promote UTA and a college bound message.

Serve as a professional liaison for students and families as they navigate the admission process. Foster a positive working environment that honors the UTA Principles of Community, leads to healthy levels of productivity and contributes to UTA being increasingly known as a great place to work.

• Manages a geographical territory for the purpose of recruiting new freshman, transfer, graduate, or international students for enrollment at UTA.
• Builds relationships with school counselors, students and families within that region and serves as a direct liaison between the students and the campus.
• Travels to high schools, colleges, and other learning institutions to publicize and promote admission requirements and procedures of UTA.
• Travel may include overnight stays and planning and booking personal travel accommodation within state guidelines.
• Provides information to prospective students and parents on educational opportunities of the University, both on and off campus.
• Counsels students and parents on admission, financial aid processes and enrollment steps.
• Responds to questions about the University’s admissions policies, degree offerings, and campus opportunities.
• Replies to phone calls, correspondence and e-mail from prospective students, their families, and educational partners.
• Prepares professional, thorough correspondence in response to inquiries submitted to the office or staff.
• Reviews student applications for admission and counsels applicants regarding eligibility status.
• Develops and nurtures relationships with community partners to strengthen connections and provide outstanding service.
• Assists in planning and implementation of recruitment functions, events, and activities.
• Assists with events on and off campus, as well as virtual events.
• Provides written updates of admission funnel progress pertaining to assigned territory and tracks progress to goals.
• Keeps university enrollment goals as the focus of recruitment activities and maintains current metrics to measure success.
• Works well independently and in a team environment; provides support to co-workers to help the university reach enrollment goals.
• Assists other areas/departments on campus with recruitment efforts and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with standard office equipment.
• Experience and knowledge with accurate admission and transfer evaluations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience counseling students in academic and scholastic matters, with knowledge of institutional admission requirements or the equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Detail Oriented.
• Ability to multitask in a busy office environment with interruptions, including high volume phone calls and multiple email accounts.

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CBC Requirement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant under final consideration for employment.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure. If so, you must maintain the security of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48 and authorize routine background checks.

UTA is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or gender expression. Retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination is prohibited. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to…