Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor I

The Admissions Counselor is responsible for recruiting undergraduate and graduate students from high schools and colleges to enroll in programs at Florida Polytechnic University consistent with its recruitment goals and targets. This position requires the ability to manage digital platforms, design and execute robust comm plans, some potential travel throughout the United States, research market trends and data analyses, call/text/email prospects and applicants to develop positive relationships and to write, position and present university academic and student life material.

Will have daily contact with prospective students, parents, high school teachers and counselors, University officials, and external entities and companies regarding the enrollment process; this includes, but is not limited to, making in-person and virtual presentations to small and large groups about the university, academic life, financial aid, and the admission process. This position requires that the selected candidate is located in or near the Lakeland, Florida area or willing to relocate.

• Represent the University virtually, on websites, blogs, email, and in person at on- and off‑campus venues to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process.
• Plan and implement recruitment activities.
• Identify and maintain contact with the appropriate high school and college personnel responsible for assisting with on‑site visits.
• Professionally develop university relationships with prospects and their families as appropriate, counsel prospective applicants on the mission of the university, academic majors, their academic and career aspirations, affordability in college attendance, and the admissions process.
• Conduct one‑on‑one and group admissions counseling for high‑ability and diverse populations.
• Review and evaluate applications and other materials submitted by applicants to make admission decisions.
• Answer inquiries from parents, students, and counselors about application status, the basis for admissions decisions, scholarship opportunities, and special recruitment programs.
• Develop and implement campus events designed to recruit targeted prospective applicants to the University.
• Develop and implement female and minority student recruiting programs and comm plans.
• Track students participating in developmental and early outreach programs targeting middle school and high school students.
• Develop ongoing strategic communications with high school and independent counselors, including email, print, and other media.
• Develop and deliver on‑campus events and programs for counseling groups and individuals.
• Assist in developing programs to recruit targeted prospective applicants to the University.
• Understand and adhere to state statutes and the Florida Administrative Code regarding freshman admission to the SUS, residency requirements for tuition purposes, and selective admission criteria for Florida Polytechnic University.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Requires strong interpersonal and writing skills, social media skills, public speaking skills, and the ability to present the University positively to diverse populations.
• Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Skill in digital media, word processing, spreadsheet and database software tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective positive and collegial working relationships with others.
• Ability to travel, load and transport admissions materials, displays and other equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of appropriate experience, or a high school diploma…