Job Description
Admissions Counselor
We are now accepting applications for a qualified Admissions Counselor at Belmont University.
Employment Type
Staff
Internal Job Category
Exempt (Staff)
Full-Time
Department
Admissions
Hours
37.5
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsible for recruiting and counseling prospective students and general office duties. Provide leadership to other processes as necessary.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the academic, social, and spiritual composition of Belmont University in order to perpetuate the Belmont vision.
- Manage the enrollment of students from a particular geographic region including direct visitation, recruiting visits, and appointments with campus visitors.
- Evaluate credentials of applicants to determine academic and personal compatibility with the goals and mission of Belmont University.
- Assists with all on campus events. Leads information sessions on campus, participates in all scholarship interview days, and attends Preview Days and Be Belmont Day.
- Exercise knowledge of financial aid programs available to Belmont University students and provide financial aid counseling to prospective students. Participate in the awarding of merit-based scholarships to admitted students deemed most qualified.
- Participate in cross-functional improvement teams and initiatives.
- Assist Enrollment Services and other offices as assigned.
- The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications
Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:
Form diverse leaders of character;Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.- Knowledge of continuous improvement principles.
- Outstanding customer service skills required.
- Basic knowledge of marketing and higher education.
- Ability to apply processes and policies with sensitivity and make the final decision.
- Superior presentation and oral and written communication skills.
Required EducationBachelor's degree required.
Required ExperiencePrevious college admissions experience as a student or employee preferred.
Must possess a current valid driver's license with good driving record.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.
Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
