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Regional Admissions Counselor

Employer
Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.
Location
Conway, AR
Closing date
Aug 8, 2024
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Specialty
Admissions
Position Type
Counselor
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Permanent
Organization Type
Other
Regional Admissions Counselor
$42,873/Yr
Position Summary
This position reports to the Associate Director of Recruitment and is critical to the recruitment of undergraduate, primarily first-year, students. The successful candidate is responsible for representing the University of Central Arkansas to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, career coaches, and other constituents within the Northwest Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma territories. This position is expected to reside within one of the assigned territories.

This individual travels extensively on behalf of the University to college fairs, high school visits, and other events on- and off-campus while managing and implementing a recruitment plan for the geographic territory.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
-Planning and implementing recruitment activities for assigned territory to include high school visits, lunch visits, college planning programs, and special events
-Disseminating accurate and pertinent information regarding UCA, admission requirements, and undergraduate programs of study to students, families, and school administrators
-Preparing extensive communication and outreach to prospective students, inquiries, and applicants via telephone, email, social media, and hand-written letters
-Utilizing UCA’s student database software to manage targeted recruitment strategies and on-going strategic communications with prospective students, inquiries, and applicants
-Analyzing statistical reports to enhance recruitment strategies
-Collaborating with other campus departments and offices regarding recruiting activities
-Participating in special events to include Bear Facts Days, Bear Necessities Day, Distinguished Scholars Day, etc.
-Performing other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

-Availability to travel to event locations (sometimes driving long distances requiring overnight stays) during early morning, evening, and weekend hours as needed
-Capability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
-Aptitude to work effectively with prospective students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and off-campus constituents
-Ability to take direction, to organize multiple tasks and documents that have been concurrently assigned, and to work independently
-Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written abilities that positively reflect upon UCA with diverse populations
-Polished presentation/public speaking skills -Fine-tuned organization, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
-Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
Skills Considered Essential for Success
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.
-Demonstrate follow-up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.

-Bachelor’s degree
-Valid driver’s license
-Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED
FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR
CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
-Master’s degree in higher education, communication, public relations, or related field
-Knowledge of and experience with CRM Slate software
-Ability to speak conversational Spanish
-Two (2) years of related work experience
Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Job posted for the employer by: Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.

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