On-Campus Admissions Counselor
If you are ready to gain or hone your admissions and recruiting experience, and assist prospective students in their undergraduate journey, now may be the time to join the Big 10 University of Iowa’s Office of Admissions as an on-campus Admission Counselor!
As the on-campus Admission Counselor you will assist prospective undergraduate students (new and transfer) by providing timely and accurate information about the college admissions process and other areas of the institution including academic programs, student life, university housing, scholarships and financial aid. In this role you represent the University of Iowa at various on and off-campus student recruitment events and builds positive working relationships with prospective students and their families, high school counselors, community-based organization leaders, independent college counselors and others involved in the college search process. You are the primary point of contact for prospective students in designated geographic areas and will proactively seek opportunities for outreach and engagement with students in these areas. You support other admissions led initiatives including on-campus open houses, daily campus visits, and off-campus outreach programs along with providing coverage for incoming phone calls, student appointments and walk-in visitors.
You will also have the opportunity to:
- Set goals, plan, coordinate, travel, and manage designated (in state or out-of-state) recruitment territories. This includes high school visits, college fairs, or other recruitment activities.
- Build/develop relationships with high school counselors, community college advisors, educational agencies, and other individuals involved in the college selection process.
- Counsel and advise prospective first year and transfer students in the selection of courses that will be applicable to graduation requirements; this includes general education requirements, major requirements, and electives.
- Utilize data tools to actively monitor territory analytics, provide reports and activity updates, and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics to achieve enrollment goals.
- Provide information and advice to new students and parents about university life to ease their transition to the University (advising, orientation, registration, housing, placement tests).
*For a full job description, including all duties and competencies assigned, please e-mail the contact listed below or visit: Job Opportunities (Org 02 & 35). Click here to learn more about the Office of the Provost at the University of Iowa.
About the Department: The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is dedicated to assisting and supporting prospective, new and current undergraduate students through services such as information sharing, campus visits, admission application and liaising with academic areas, financial aid, student life and advisors. We welcome working with future students, admitted students, parents, families and counselors alike. We believe the University of Iowa will prepare you, challenge you, and change you and you will change the world.
Work Modality: This position is based on-campus and will not be eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- The ability to move boxes and materials up to 40 lbs.
Demonstrates a basic proficiency level in:
- The ability to establish and build healthy working relationships and partnerships with people from various backgrounds within and external to own unit.
- The ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation. Knowledge of and the ability to analyze data fully and accurately and reach productive decisions.
- Sound business ethics and consistently adheres to and promotes the values and principles in all business and personal transactions.
- Oral and written communications skills, including the ability to present information to large groups. Effectively and efficiently transmits, receives, interprets ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors.
- The knowledge and proficiency of commonly used office support software including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Travel Requirements:
- Majority of work will be performed on campus but occasional travel (up to 25%) is required. This may include some overnight travel, evening, and weekend work.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy requirements.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree
- Reasonable (typically 6 months - 1 year) experience working in an administrative or program role.
- Experience within the past 5 years in admissions work, educational agency serving college bound populations, or student service programs (financial aid, student life, residence hall services, student organizations).
- Knowledge of the nature, goals and objectives, and operational aspects of a college or university.
TO APPLY:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must upload both of the following and mark them each as a “Relevant File” to the job submission:
- a current resume
- a cover letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the process.
Percent of Time: 100 %
Compensation: $41,000 - $45,000 with Full Benefits
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
