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Guilford College

Admission Counselor

Guilford College, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497

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JR1209People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s

of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of . Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of .Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions.**Position Summary**Under supervision of the Chief Enrollment Officer, this counselor will serve as a primary territorial manager for new student recruitment for the Office of Enrollment.Duties and Responsibilities1. Recruit and enroll prospective students from assigned geographic region

a. Read and evaluate Applications for Admission from recruitment territory

b. Travel to high schools and college fairs, interview prospective students

from regional territory

c. Perform interviews, phone calls, and primary counseling for students and families from regional territory

d. Build relationships with high school and independent counselors in assigned

recruitment territory

e. Conduct information sessions and interviews for campus visitors on days as assigned by the Office of Enrollment

f. Travel extensively (approx 6-8 weeks in Fall) for Admission related events

in geographic territory. Must be comfortable working and travelling independently with, at times, little supervision

g. Attend all open houses over the course of the recruitment year2. Submit weekly activity report to Chief Enrollment Officer for discussion in weekly one on one to be collected and tracked through admission cycle.3. Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsA college degree is required with a preference given to those with experience in an Admissions/Higher Education office setting. Computer information skills and experience is necessary; most specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Facebook, and Twitter/Social Media. Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal skills are necessary. Must possess a valid U.S. Drivers license, be physically able to lift 40 pounds, be able to travel extensively, and be able to effectively interact with people of diverse backgrounds with comfort and poise.**Guilford College** does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. See our .Guilford’s longstanding mission is clear and distinctive: To provide a transformative, practical, and excellent liberal arts education that produces critical thinkers in an inclusive, diverse environment, guided by Quaker testimonies of community, equality, integrity, peace and simplicity and emphasizing the creative problem solving skills, experience, enthusiasm, and international perspectives necessary to promote positive change in the world.Guilford College is grounded in the relentless pursuit of its seven Core Values. These enduring values are the basis of the College’s mission and are guided by the Quaker testimonies. The College was founded by the Society of Friends (Quakers) in 1837, and their principles are reflected in the campus culture.* Community* Diversity* Equality* Excellence* Integrity* Justice* StewardshipThe campus community identified these values through a participative and inclusive process in 2003. The pursuit of these Core Values is integral to the educational experience we offer, abundantly visible in academic and co-curricular campus life. #J-18808-Ljbffr