Johns Hopkins University
Admissions Counselor - #Staff
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
The Peabody Conservatory Admissions Office seeks an Admissions Counselor (Admissions Officer) to work in consultation with the Executive Director of Enrollment Management to support the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Admissions Office. This role is involved in all phases of the admission process, including representing Peabody at in-person and virtual recruitment events, managing applications, facilitating auditions, collaborating with faculty to identify and enroll talented students and managing day-to-day operations as assigned. The counselor helps build and maintain a recruitment network, supports data collection and reporting to monitor effectiveness, and contributes to outreach and marketing initiatives that promote the Conservatory’s diverse programs. The successful candidate will be highly organized, collaborative, and passionate about music (performance, composition, jazz, technology, hip hop), and dance with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, and the broader artistic community.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities Prospective Student Engagement & Counseling
Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants and families, providing guidance on admissions, auditions, and enrollment processes.
Maintain communication throughout the application process, including email, phone, and in-person interactions.
Recruitment & Relationship Management
Manage a recruitment portfolio in collaboration with faculty and departments.
Build and maintain relationships with feeder schools, teachers, youth programs, and other community partners.
Represent Peabody at on- and off-campus recruitment events, including college fairs, festivals, and high school visits.
Event & Audition Coordination
Organize auditions, open houses, campus tours, and major recruitment events such as Audition Week.
Assist with scheduling, logistics, and faculty coordination for recruitment activities.
Data, Reporting & Strategic Support
Collect, analyze, and report on recruitment data to inform enrollment planning and scholarship decisions.
Support the development and execution of strategic recruitment initiatives.
Marketing, Outreach & Communications
Collaborate on admissions materials, website content, and creative outreach projects.
Contribute to marketing initiatives that promote the Conservatory’s programs.
Operations & Staff Support
Support, supervise and train student employees.
Assist with admissions systems, purchasing, printing, mailings, reimbursements, and other office operations.
Support broader admissions office priorities as assigned.
Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to travel; ability to multi-task, and to demonstrate excellent judgment in complex situations.
Ability to work after 5pm and some weekends during peak admissions seasons.
Demonstrated aptitude with technology and software, including MS 365 and Slate.
Excellent customer service and communications skills.
Ability to work as part of a team, to work independently, to work with a diverse clientele and to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of and appreciation for music and the performing arts.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
One-year related experience
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Fundamental knowledge of classical music; experience in admissions.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in music is strongly preferred.
Two years of relevant office or admissions work
Classified Title: Admissions Officer Job Posting Title (Working Title): Admissions Counselor Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MC Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($65,469 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: 37.5 hours per week FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Peabody Institute Department name: Admissions Personnel area: Peabody The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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The Peabody Conservatory Admissions Office seeks an Admissions Counselor (Admissions Officer) to work in consultation with the Executive Director of Enrollment Management to support the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Admissions Office. This role is involved in all phases of the admission process, including representing Peabody at in-person and virtual recruitment events, managing applications, facilitating auditions, collaborating with faculty to identify and enroll talented students and managing day-to-day operations as assigned. The counselor helps build and maintain a recruitment network, supports data collection and reporting to monitor effectiveness, and contributes to outreach and marketing initiatives that promote the Conservatory’s diverse programs. The successful candidate will be highly organized, collaborative, and passionate about music (performance, composition, jazz, technology, hip hop), and dance with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, and the broader artistic community.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities Prospective Student Engagement & Counseling
Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants and families, providing guidance on admissions, auditions, and enrollment processes.
Maintain communication throughout the application process, including email, phone, and in-person interactions.
Recruitment & Relationship Management
Manage a recruitment portfolio in collaboration with faculty and departments.
Build and maintain relationships with feeder schools, teachers, youth programs, and other community partners.
Represent Peabody at on- and off-campus recruitment events, including college fairs, festivals, and high school visits.
Event & Audition Coordination
Organize auditions, open houses, campus tours, and major recruitment events such as Audition Week.
Assist with scheduling, logistics, and faculty coordination for recruitment activities.
Data, Reporting & Strategic Support
Collect, analyze, and report on recruitment data to inform enrollment planning and scholarship decisions.
Support the development and execution of strategic recruitment initiatives.
Marketing, Outreach & Communications
Collaborate on admissions materials, website content, and creative outreach projects.
Contribute to marketing initiatives that promote the Conservatory’s programs.
Operations & Staff Support
Support, supervise and train student employees.
Assist with admissions systems, purchasing, printing, mailings, reimbursements, and other office operations.
Support broader admissions office priorities as assigned.
Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to travel; ability to multi-task, and to demonstrate excellent judgment in complex situations.
Ability to work after 5pm and some weekends during peak admissions seasons.
Demonstrated aptitude with technology and software, including MS 365 and Slate.
Excellent customer service and communications skills.
Ability to work as part of a team, to work independently, to work with a diverse clientele and to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of and appreciation for music and the performing arts.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
One-year related experience
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Fundamental knowledge of classical music; experience in admissions.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in music is strongly preferred.
Two years of relevant office or admissions work
Classified Title: Admissions Officer Job Posting Title (Working Title): Admissions Counselor Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MC Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($65,469 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: 37.5 hours per week FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Peabody Institute Department name: Admissions Personnel area: Peabody The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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