Admission Counselor

Description The Admission Counselor is responsible for recruiting and advising prospective students while advancing Hampton University's enrollment goals. As a representative of the University, this position builds relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, and community partners through recruitment events, campus visits, and outreach initiatives.Examples of Duties · Recruit prospective students by meeting with students, parents, school counselors, and community partners to promote the academic programs, opportunities, and strengths of Hampton University. · Review admission applications and make recommendations to the Dean and Director of Admission based on applicants' credentials and alignment with the University's admission standards, mission, and goals. · Conduct engaging presentations to prospective students and families during campus visits throughout the recruitment cycle. · Coordinate and support campus visitation programs, including daily campus tours, open houses, special visitation events, and other recruitment activities. · Provide virtual and in-person admission counseling to prospective students and families regarding the admission process, scholarships, and student life. · Review and process on-site admission applications for prospective students who meet established admission requirements. · Maintain proficiency in University systems, including Banner and Slate CRM, through required training and ongoing professional development. · Assist with recruitment initiatives, and the overall operations of the Office of Admission. · Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Typical Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook. · Experience using CRM systems, such as Slate, and student information systems, such as Banner, is preferred. · Experience working in a college/university Admission Office is highly preferred Supplemental Information · Ability to travel extensively, work evenings and weekends as needed. · Valid driver’s license · Excellent oral and written communication skills. · Demonstrated ability to effectively use technology to support the recruitment of prospective students.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.