Admissions Counselor Jobs

Summary

Assists in the recruitment of admissions applicants, processes documentation from prospective students, counsels students enrolling in academic programs, and communicates information on various programs to applicants, high school educators, alumni and other constituents

Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Advises students regarding admissions requirements, consults with educators and communicates with prospective students regarding the admissions process
• Evaluates admissions applications and related documents, conducts admissions interviews and renders decisions for admissions acceptance to the university
• Coordinates site visits with academic departments and facilities tours for prospective students and families
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Evaluates reports to identify indicators of success that might be identified of potential applicants
• Delivers admissions presentations and demonstrations to local high school students and/or community or junior college students
• Corresponds with prospective students to retrieve missing or incomplete documents needed to complete the application process
• Represents the university in various recruiting activities, such as, social media marketing platforms, attendance at conferences, fairs, events and telemarketing, both internal and external, to assist in the recruitment of new students
• Maintains records of recruitment efforts and applicant correspondence per department guidelines
• Communicates with academic administration, faculty, staff, current students and alumni to maintain knowledge of current academic program offerings

Required Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver's license
• Moderate amount of experience working in admissions, sales, marketing or other related experience
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree

Please Note: Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Charlotte Campus location upon hire.