Overview

Overview Salary Range$38,395.00 - $46,137.00 SalaryPosition TypeFull-Time Salaried Description JOB SUMMARY:The Admissions Counselor represents Bay Path University and serves as the primary point of contact for the admissions office and all admissions-related events and activities, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. This position focuses primarily on direct student recruitment, ethically communicating the value of a Bay Path education, program features, admission requirements, financial assistance, and other essential information to prospective students and their families.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Territory Management & RecruitmentManage enrollment services, new student recruitment, community outreach, and promotional events within an assigned geographic territoryDevelop and strengthen assigned territory by researching trends, demographics, and identifying growth opportunitiesCounsel and effectively communicate with prospective students and their influencers (e.g., family members, guidance counselors, coaches, etc.) on the enrollment process, academic programs, co-curricular activities, financial aid, student services, campus facilities, graduate outcomes, and pathways for graduate degrees through a variety of venuesBuild relationships with students, influencers, and guidance counselors; present information regarding the university, program offerings, structure, accreditation, and cost in an accurate and ethical mannerPositively interact with students and influencers; schedule and conduct interviews, pursue qualified candidates for enrollment, and determine appropriateness of candidates based upon career goal compatibilityEvening and weekend hours required to conduct recruitment travel, on-campus admissions events, admissions candidate outreach, file reviews, and general office coverage throughout the year; must be flexible and able to travel extensively 8-12 weeks in the fall and 4-6 weeks in the spring, including overnight travel; rental car provided for recruitment-related travelEvent Planning & MarketingAssist with the development and implementation of marketing and recruitment strategies for assigned territory and auxiliary responsibilities, such as informational workshops, college visitations, and toursPlan, organize, and coordinate office and marketing activities, recruitment and new student orientation programs, open houses, regional and community presentations, career days, and campus-wide recruiting eventsCompliance & SystemsComply with all necessary systems and data entry requirements to effectively maintain student records and account for outreach efforts; work within the customer relationship management (CRM) system and any other software requiredRead and review applications; provide admission recommendations for domestic and international applicantsEnsure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to admissions and student records, including FERPA and HIPAA guidelinesOther DutiesPerform other duties and take on additional responsibilities as requested by the UniversityREQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE:Excellent communication skills, including writing, proofreading, and speakingExcellent interpersonal skills, both in person and by phone, with high professionalismAbility to manage multiple projects and work assignments from a variety of staff and volunteersAbility to accomplish projects and meet required deadlines with little supervisionExceptional customer service ethic and high expectations for qualityWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and customer relationship management softwareValid U.S. driver's license; ability and willingness to travel independently, primarily by automobile, to various locations and eventsMust successfully pass the online Safe Driving Course (within 15 days of hire) and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafterAbility to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelinesWillingness