Admission Counselor​/Recruiter

Position: Admission Counselor/Recruiter (49255)
The Admission Counselor/Recruiter serves under the leadership of the Director of Admissions and is responsible for representing Claflin University at recruitment fairs and college day/night programs. Disseminates admissions materials and information to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, churches, alumni, community colleges, and other civic organizations both in-state and out-of-state, at local and national fairs. Makes decisions on admission of high school applicants;

serves as the liaison between students and high school counselors; processes freshman applications, re-admits applicants, international and transfer students; coordinates interviews and counseling sessions with prospective students and their parents; assists with registration; and conducts campus tours. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Bachelor's degree is required. The candidate must have at least one year of experience working as an officer in admissions, in an admissions office at a post-secondary institution of higher learning; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with people from various social, educational, and economic backgrounds. Must be able to work without constant supervision, make sound decisions and have a good moral judgment.

Must be able to manage multiple tasks and projects and prioritize based on departmental functionality. Must have a prominent level of professional appearance and demeanor and can maintain confidentiality. Candidate must be able to establish priorities, work independently and utilize problem solving skills. The successful candidate must have excellent presentations skills. Sales, international admissions, transfer evaluations and marketing experience are a plus.