Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director Of Undergrad. Admissions

About Alvernia University

Alvernia University was founded in 1958 by the Bernardine Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis. Through its main campus in Reading and locations in Philadelphia and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, the university serves 3,000 students of diverse backgrounds from around the country.

Alvernia offers a unique blend of rigorous liberal arts core education for developing the mind, strong technical training in many high-demand majors, experiential learning through study abroad and internship experiences, and engagement with the community through our Franciscan-based community service model. We call our model of transformational education the Alvernia Advantage, and we believe this style of education transforms students into ethical leaders with moral courage.

Alvernia University ranks in the top 100 among 2021 Best Regional Universities in the North by U.S. News & World Report, and we are recognized as a College of Distinction for our commitment to engaged experiential education.

Job Summary:

As an admissions counselor, your role is to be a representative for the university, a resource to prospective and admitted students, and be a guide through the admissions process. Admissions Counselors spend part of their year traveling to high schools in a specific territory to represent Alvernia and help interested students receive necessary information.

In an assigned territory, you will read applications, make admission decisions, and cultivate relationships with prospective students and their families. This Admissions Counselor will also actively participate in college recruitment and yield events, including but not limited to individual tours, Information Sessions, Open Houses, Accepted Students Days, Scholarship Luncheon, Connection Days, New Student Orientation, and other recruitment events.

Essential Functions:

1.Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.

2.Build connections with prospective students through various means of communication, including email, phone, virtual meetings, on-campus events, and off-campus functions.

3.Design and Implement a travel schedule in a designated geographic territory to ensure successful recruitment from schools that will yield students likely to apply and attend Alvernia University.

4.Review and make admission decisions on student applications and reach out when an admission decision or update has been made.

5.Assist with on-campus admissions events for prospective students and be able to present information or speak publicly during events.

6.Advise students and provide resources for financial aid, residence life, academics, student support services, athletics, student activities, or any other aspect of the university. This may include connecting them virtually or in person with those departments on campus.

7.Support the Student Ambassador Program.

8.Ensure enrollment goals are being met.

Additional Responsibilities:

1.Make admissions acceptance packages for admitted students.

2.Work collaboratively with other departments, especially financial aid and athletics.

3.Be an asset for school counselors in college advising.

4.Ability to take on projects and be creative.

5.Complete other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications/Education:

1.Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.

2.Bachelor's degree required. Experience and working in higher education, the field of admissions, and student counseling are preferred.

3.Strong communication skills in speaking, writing, and active listening.

4.Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

4.Managing time effectively, balancing various assignments at once, and remaining organized.

5.Proficient in using the computer and utilizing Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge or skills in databases and software such as Technolutions Slate, PowerCampus, PowerFaids, Zoom, and Microsoft Office & Teams are preferred.

6.Ability to analyze data, think critically and creatively, and meet university goals.

7.Remain available to work during nights and weekends as required.

8.Valid Driver's License.

9.Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

1.Attendance is required to perform the duties of this job.

2.Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

3.Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

4.Driving long distances for high school visits and fairs.