Admission Officer

Admission Officer

Whitman College is a top liberal arts college located in the historic community of Wallawalla. The campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence.

Compensation
: $22.07 - $22.55 hourly

Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).

Position Purpose

The Admission Officer plays a key role in recruiting a talented and diverse student body. Duties include personal contact through travel, virtual and in-person interviews, cultivating relationships in assigned geographical areas, and coordinating programs that support admission objectives. The role reports to the Senior Associate Director of Admission.

Supervisory Duties

• Oversight of at least one student employee.

Student Recruitment (55%)

• Recruit students in assigned territories in person and/or virtually, at high school presentations, community-based organization visits, and college fairs.
• Travel on behalf of the college, typically 3-6 weeks of fall travel, 1-2 weeks of spring travel, and occasional summer travel.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective students, their families, high school counselors, and community-based organizations.
• Interview prospective students on campus, virtually, and while traveling.
• Follow up with prospective students by phone, email, and handwritten communications.
• Conduct general information sessions and interviews about Whitman College and the admission process.
• Center diversity, equity, and inclusion as guiding principles when approaching recruitment work.

Selection (20%)

• Review and evaluate applications.
• Participate as a member of the Admission Committee and make recommendations on admissibility of candidates.

Project Work (15%)

• Coordinate programs and or assist with implementation of programs which may include, but are not limited to, access initiatives, admission events, campus visits, student supervision, communications and athletics.

Evolving Responsibilities (10%)

• Adapt to evolving priorities and contribute to additional projects and initiatives related to recruitment that align with institutional needs.
• Participate in a comprehensive, ongoing training program that focuses on developing admissions skills, understanding the broader context of higher education.

Whitman College is committed to inclusion and belonging, recognizing the value of historically underrepresented perspectives and encouraging applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights can enrich our community.

Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.