Admissions Counselor

Job Description

For over 55 years, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) has advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Washington, a campus that sits on tribal land. Through our programs and partnerships, we create pathways for diverse populations to access postsecondary opportunities, nurture and support their academic success, and cultivate a campus climate that enriches the educational experience for all.

This legacy of work continues to drive excellence at the UW and together, we help the university work toward its vision for becoming a more just and equitable campus community. More information about the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity is available here: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The College Access unit implements programs focused on expanding access for American Indian and underserved communities by partnering with K-12 school districts, two-year colleges, and community coalitions. The admission counselor helps identify, recruit, and provide admissions counseling support to students from American Indian and underrepresented minority backgrounds. This position supports students throughout the admissions process and helps advise students to develop a portfolio of classes aligned with admissions criteria for their chosen academic program.

• Counseling prospective first-year and transfer applicants about the boundless opportunities available at the UW, the admissions process and academic preparation and planning to enroll at the University. Such counseling takes place through travel to recruitment territory, in-person appointments, information sessions, fairs, phone calls and emails, webinars, texts and social apps like Instagram.
• Representing the UW at high schools, community events, college fairs and on campus information sessions and events.
• Assisting in outreach and recruitment programs and events.
• Implementing and leading student programming for 9th - 11th graders that is culturally appropriate and continues to develop a connection to the UW Husky Experience.
• Reading and assessing freshmen applications.
• Developing productivity and status reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• At least 2-3 years of college admissions and/or outreach experience, or equivalent.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

• Experience working with first generation and racial/ethnically diverse populations as well as an understanding of their cultural differences and their effect on college planning. Prior experience working with Black/African American youth is strongly desired.
• Strong public speaking skills and the ability to present the University in a positive way to diverse populations.
• A highly motivated self-starter with an ability to set and meet goals, to make decisions independently, and to multi-task and prioritize in fast-paced environments.
• Fearless communicator with demonstrated in-person, social media, and strong writing skills.
• Team player who can play both a leading and a supporting role.
• Familiarity with challenges facing both urban and rural communities. Experience working with underrepresented students, multicultural outreach programs, and recruitment events.
• Must be able to effectively communicate across various demographics beyond and within the UW campus.
• Must be comfortable with technology and have proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and database software tools.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communications, interpersonal, presentation and computer skills.
• Leadership in event planning and implementation experience. At least two years admissions counseling and/or outreach experience, or equivalent.
• Strong public speaking skills and the ability to present the University in a positive way to diverse population.

• Experience in college admissions, recruitment experience, or early outreach and engagement with youth in Washington and an…