Admissions Counselor\/Recruiter

ABOUT VOORHEES UNIVERSITY

Voorhees University is a private, diverse, historically black, coeducational, liberal arts, baccalaureate degree-granting institution affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Located in rural Denmark, South Carolina, the University serves traditional and nontraditional students primarily from South Carolina and the southeastern region of the United States. The University offers each student a comprehensive general education experience coupled with professional education in the values-centered liberal arts environment that supports educational opportunities designed to help prepare students to function in a diverse and increasingly technological society. Accordingly, the University seeks to produce highly qualified graduates who coalesce intellect and faith in pursuit of lifelong learning, healthy living, the betterment of society, and an abiding faith in God.

PRESIDENTIAL CHARGE AND SCOPE OF APPOINTMENT

In accordance with the University's mission, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, 10th President of Voorhees University has issued the charge and call to action articulated through the University's mantra: Begin. Believe. Become. that will advance Voorhees University to The Next Level of Excellence. In order to level up, in full transparency, the University has identified existing phenomena that challenge our Institution to seek investment from external stakeholders as well as increased cooperation and collaboration with business, community, and industry to provide learning opportunities, service prospects, and currency of curriculum to create a more forward-looking, future-oriented institution of higher education. Indeed, the strategic plan serves as the A.T.L.A.S. to the Next Level of Excellence to mitigate the aforementioned circumstances and reality for our HBCU and certainly truly embrace transformation to realize the Next Level of Excellence.

Position: Admissions Counselor/ Recruiter

Department/Division: Admissions/Enrollment Management

Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Position Duration: Full-time

Position Schedule: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Extended hours, weekends, and travel may be required)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collects, reviews, processes admissions applications for input into computer database according to institutional policy.

• Assumes responsibility for recruitment in assigned areas to include high schools, technical schools, churches, community organizations, festivals and other public and private functions.

• Evaluates prospective student records and determines admission status, if requested.

• Assist with the planning and executing programs sponsored by the Office of Admissions & Recruitment such as High School Visitation Day, Summer Orientation, campus tours, etc.

• Visits and establishes professional relationships with guidance counselors, principals and other officials from schools and other agencies.

• Conducts tours, lectures, exhibits and seminars for prospective students and/or parents.

• Maintains telephone and written contact with students who have been admitted, but not yet registered.

• Assists with coordination of out-of-state recruitment within the CACRAO zones, to include alumni chapters.

• Counsels and guides prospects and applicants regarding the admissions process and requirements, with continued responsibility for those who are admitted throughout the matriculation process.

• Schedules and conducts sessions or home visits with student and their parents to assist in formulating educational and occupational goals, to include financing their education.

• Perform all other duties as required to support the Mission on the University, its enrollment goals and the department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standard Office Environment

• Extended evenings and weekends and travel may be required

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one year of successful experience in the area of student recruitment or student services.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please submit an employment application, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, resume, and relevant transcript to apply.