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Penn State University · 4 days ago

Out-of-State Recruiter and Admissions Counselor

University Park, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$51K/yr - $74K/yr

3+ years exp

Penn State University, one of the top public universities in the country, is seeking an Out-of-State Recruiter and Admissions Counselor at the University Park campus. This role is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating recruitment efforts in key geographic areas to attract students, while also supporting regional territory managers.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Managing the recruitment efforts within an assigned market by reviewing the strategic recruitment goals of the admissions office, using historical data and information to determine a recruitment plan, and planning and executing recruitment events to maximize outreach and resources to successfully achieve recruitment goals

Supporting the recruitment efforts of Territory Managers in Penn State’s key out-of-state markets by serving as a secondary counselor to attend key recruitment events, expand the reach and impact in these markets, and execute the territory’s recruitment plan at the direction of the Territory Managers and the Assistant Director of Recruitment

Representing Penn State via a variety of events within their territory and in support of other territories, which includes in-person and virtual information sessions and admitted student events for students and families; counselor programs; high school visits; college fairs; admissions panels; and other off-campus events. Due to the volume of events, there will be extensive travel within the primary and secondary territories, which includes extended hours and evening and weekend work during peak times

Developing relationships with high school counselors, independent counselors, and community-based organizations within the territory, helping them to understand admissions policies and learn about opportunities for their students

Connecting with local alumni to expand Penn State’s Alumni Admissions Volunteer Program by recruiting volunteers to assist with recruitment efforts, training alumni on admissions information to effectively volunteer at local events, and nurturing these relationships to increase interest in and effectiveness of the program

Serving as the primary admissions contact for students and counselors within the territory, which includes handling a large volume of email and phone inquiries. This position needs to be familiar with admissions policies, as well as the available opportunities at Penn State’s undergraduate campuses in order to counsel students and families on their options

Demonstrating a commitment to equity and belonging through continuous development, modeling belonging behaviors, and valuing equity in the working and learning environment

Participating in campus-based counseling activities on a regular basis, which include large group presentations, phone counseling shifts, virtual events and appointments, and email interactions, as well as staffing large-scale events and other initiatives in support of the Undergraduate Admissions Office

Traveling for approximately 16-18 weeks during the year within the established territory and in support of other territories, which requires the ability to work autonomously, develop and manage a personal recruitment schedule, create and oversee the schedules of additional Penn State staff and alumni recruiting in the primary territory, and take direction from other Territory Managers in creating recruitment schedules in support of their territories

Qualification

Customer serviceVerbal communicationWritten communicationPresentation skillsTechnical skillsOrganizational skillsPeopleSoftSlate (CRM)Microsoft Office 365Project management

Required

Be a people-person, which includes possessing excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills and a strong ability and desire to connect with prospective students and families

Exhibit exceptional customer service skills to effectively communicate with prospective students and their families about the admissions process and their options, even during high-volume times of the year

Be able to manage concurrent projects and accurately execute work with a high level of detail and possess strong organizational skills

Excel in an environment working independently by being accountable and taking the initiative to solve problems, introduce projects, or evolve recruitment efforts based on territory trends

Have strong technical skills and understand the value of utilizing technology to effectively perform job functions

Be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver's license

Be capable of lifting at least 40 pounds and standing for multiple hours

Bachelor's Degree

3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S