Undergraduate Admission Counselor For Diversity And Access

The Office of Undergraduate Admission at the University of Virginia invites applications for an Admission Counselor for Diversity and Access position. Under the supervision of a Senior Assistant Dean, the Admission Counselor performs duties related to the recruitment, admission, and enrollment of undergraduate students in accordance with University and departmental policies. As a member of the Outreach team, the Admission Counselor is responsible for supporting and implementing student centered, humane, caring strategies to recruit and enroll historically marginalized, underrepresented, and underserved students to the University.

Reporting to the Vice Provost for Enrollment, the Office of Undergraduate Admission partners with the Office of Student Financial Services, the University Registrar, and the Virginia College Advising Corps, as a critical member of the University's Enrollment team. The team's mission is: to care for students from their first interaction with the University through Final Exercises and beyond; to compete for great students from all walks of life who will make each other better; and to collaborate joyfully with colleagues to help these students make the most of their gifts and their time on Grounds.

The field of undergraduate admission offers a window into the wider, dynamic world of modern higher education administration. As an Admission Counselor, you will develop working relationships which involve collaboration across a broad set of groups and individuals, including students, teachers, families, alumni, Athletic staff, school counselors, student support staff, and all the members of our University community. We are seeking individuals who are interested in a career that is fulfilling and rewarding and who want to help us shape the University for the next decade and beyond.

Responsibilities include:

Designing and developing presentations for high schools, college fairs, community based organizations and other recruitment events; providing feedback and advice to prospective students, parents and families about the application process; serving as a liaison with various stakeholders such as alumni, faculty, and other members of the University community involved in the admissions process; in coordination with team members, plan and implement on-and off-grounds recruiting activities; hosting informational presentations on the University and undergraduate admission process; fielding inquiries and providing resources; serve on the Admissions Committee, as needed; and evaluating applications and making recommendations for admission to the University. In addition, this Admission Counselor will work closely with current UVA students, admission-affiliated student organizations, and student organizations on grounds.

This person should also be goal oriented, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and at least three years of experience in student services functions or a total of eight years of experience in lieu of degree.

Knowledge, skills and abilities to include:

Follow set admissions policies and procedures and adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work. Strive to follow directions and work effectively as part of team to achieve shared goal; demonstrate thoughtful and appropriate oral and written communication in daily interactions, with an ability to advise prospective students, parents, and families about University admission; ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages and backgrounds. Have knowledge of basic computer applications and possess basic knowledge of the University's educational mission, strategic aims, and programs.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working or serving in student services, admissions or higher education.

The Office of Undergraduate Admission welcomes applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. We seek to build a culturally diverse intellectual environment and are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.

This position is In-Person located in Charlottesville, VA.

The anticipated start date is as soon as possible.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $45,000 - $50,000 commensurate with education and experience.

This is a full time, Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

This position will remain open until filled. Review of applicants will begin October 23, 2023.

This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

To Apply:

Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs", and search for "R0053731"

Process for External Applicants: Please visit UVA job board at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for "R0053731".

Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV

• Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, Recruiting Specialist, at jf2sw@virginia.edu

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.

We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.