Southern Virginia University
Admissions Counselor
Southern Virginia University, Buena Vista, Virginia, United States, 24416
Southern Virginia University’s Office of Admissions is seeking a motivated Admissions Counselor to help recruit new students and guide them through the admissions process.
Responsibilities
Recruit new, transfer, and readmitted students to the University. Build and nurture relationships with prospective students and parents. Collect all required documentation from incoming students for matriculation. Communicate frequently with leads via multiple channels (email, phone, text). Conduct information sessions and campus tours for visiting students and parents. Develop robust knowledge of the University’s messaging and various offerings, processes. Evaluate admissions applications and make acceptance decisions on behalf of the University. Inform accepted students of institutional financial awards and additional financial resources. Maintain accurate contract and recruitment records using departmental CRM software. Manage a recruitment list of prospective incoming and transfer students. Travel seasonally for college fairs and other recruitment events. Represent the University and its Mission to Gather. Lift. Launch. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions. Minimum Qualifications
Aptitude for relationship building. Ability to meet strict goals and deadlines. Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented. High levels of empathy and social intelligence. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Superb judgment and decision-making ability. Record of work ethic and motivated self-direction. Work effectively with a variety of personalities and perspectives. Ability to travel up to 30%. Preferred Qualifications
Background in college admissions, sales, or related field. Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software. Applications
To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to hr@svu.edu . Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. About Southern Virginia University
Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission .
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Recruit new, transfer, and readmitted students to the University. Build and nurture relationships with prospective students and parents. Collect all required documentation from incoming students for matriculation. Communicate frequently with leads via multiple channels (email, phone, text). Conduct information sessions and campus tours for visiting students and parents. Develop robust knowledge of the University’s messaging and various offerings, processes. Evaluate admissions applications and make acceptance decisions on behalf of the University. Inform accepted students of institutional financial awards and additional financial resources. Maintain accurate contract and recruitment records using departmental CRM software. Manage a recruitment list of prospective incoming and transfer students. Travel seasonally for college fairs and other recruitment events. Represent the University and its Mission to Gather. Lift. Launch. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions. Minimum Qualifications
Aptitude for relationship building. Ability to meet strict goals and deadlines. Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented. High levels of empathy and social intelligence. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Superb judgment and decision-making ability. Record of work ethic and motivated self-direction. Work effectively with a variety of personalities and perspectives. Ability to travel up to 30%. Preferred Qualifications
Background in college admissions, sales, or related field. Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software. Applications
To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to hr@svu.edu . Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. About Southern Virginia University
Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission .
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