Seasonal Admissions Counselor

Job Title:

Seasonal Admissions Counselor Department:
Strategic Enrollment | Undergraduate Admissions

Position Overview and Environment The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at The Ohio State University is a dynamic and exciting place to work. This position offers an opportunity to strategically impact the future of Ohio State through the recruitment, admission, and support of outstanding students as the Outreach and Recruitment team is responsible for recruiting prospective students to The Ohio State University.

The Seasonal Admissions Counselor reports to the Program Coordinator of Outreach and Recruitment. The individual will be located in the Student Academic Services Building and will work closely and alongside a team of full-time staff members of approximately 30 and a broader Undergraduate Admissions team of 55. This is a seasonal position from October 1 – April 30 and will work 20 hours each week.

In office work hours can range from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, but may require morning, evening, and weekend hours at various times given the role's direct work with outreach and recruitment programs.

Detailed Position Description As a member of the Undergraduate Admissions team the Seasonal Admissions Counselor will spend the greatest amount of time through the term performing the following job responsibilities; counsels and corresponds with students, families, university departments, or other stakeholders regarding Ohio State admission policies, procedures, and general information over the phone, via email, and in person; conducts large and small-group presentations;

learns and maintains knowledge of the areas within the office and university to best direct questions from staff, school counselors, advisors, and prospective students and families; researches and resolves problems; makes recruitment calls and emails to prospective students in collaboration with partner offices; learns and uses the CRM, Student Information System, and other technologies to perform timely and accurate entries into databases regarding student application information, call/email activity and other processes, performs data validation;

manages electronic workflows.

Additional Responsibilities The Seasonal Admissions Counselors' responsibilities include, but are not limited to; assists with on campus recruitment events and projects; performs data entry following guidelines into the CRM, makes general judgments in interpreting information to be added to a student recruitment record, review applications (domestic, international, transfer, special population) and makes admission recommendations through our holistic application review process – actual time commitment will fluctuate through the term;

completes special assignments and other duties as assigned.

Seasonal Honors Reviewer candidates must be Ohio residents and live in the state of Ohio while serving in the role.

Additional Information: MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred. The hourly rate for this position is $17.50/hr this is a seasonal position from October 1 – April 30 and will work 20 hours each week.

Career Roadmap Function:
Academic Administration Sub-Function:
Undergraduate Admissions Career Band:
Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level:

S1

Location:

Student Academic Services (0160) Position Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term) Scheduled

Hours:

20 Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together.

By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.