[Hiring] Regional Admissions Counselor @Colorado School of Mines

Role Description

Reporting to the Executive Director of Admissions, the Regional Admissions Counselor manages all aspects of an assigned territory and is responsible for building strong relationships with students, families, school counselors, and community-based organizations with the goal of recruiting and enrolling academically prepared students to Mines. This position involves significant independent judgement in the recruitment of undergraduate and graduate students and requires extensive travel throughout the assigned region, especially during the fall and spring. This position is part of the undergraduate and graduate recruitment teams and is held accountable for achieving defined enrollment goals. This position is based in Texas, working out of a home office with occasional required travel to the Mines campus in Golden, CO for training and signature events and programs.

While candidates throughout Texas are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to those located in the Houston area, followed by the Austin area and the Dallas area.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and Outreach (45%)
  • Provide the highest level of customer service to prospective students, their families, school officials, and other campus constituents.
  • Provide admission counseling and information to students, families, school officials, and other campus constituents.
  • Plan, organize, and attend various recruitment and yield events for Mines that occurs during the day, evening, and/or on weekends.
  • Identify, register, and attend high school and college visits, college and transfer fairs, and other recruitment opportunities within the assigned region.
  • Represent Mines at on- and off-campus recruitment events.
  • Develop relationships with school counselors and educational organizations.
  • Support prospective students and families through the application process.
  • Coordinate with the campus Admissions Office for strategic initiatives.
  • Attend campus-based annual training and signature recruiting events including, but not limited to, Discover Mines and Make It Mines.
• Territory Management (35%)
  • Develop and implement the regional recruitment plan in coordination with the Director of Recruitment Strategy and Executive Director of Admissions.
  • Evaluate market and enrollment data to inform recruitment strategies.
  • Evaluate and analyze return on investment of recruitment activities.
  • Enhance recruitment activities through the implementation of innovative programs and initiatives specific to the needs of the territory.
  • Actively engage with regional enrollment associations.
  • Host regional information sessions and outreach programs.
  • Responsibly manage a budget for the assigned region, including travel expenses and submitting timely expense reports.
• Admissions Application Review (15%)
  • Evaluate applicant credentials and independently make admissions decisions for all regional applicants.
  • Advocate for regional applicants during second review of applications.
  • Inform high school counselors and independent counselors about application updates, requirements, and trends.
• Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
  • Other duties as assigned to meet the objectives and goals of the program and/or Mines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in college admissions, student services, customer service, or sales.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive attitude and independent work ethic.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, responsibilities, and programs simultaneously.
• Strong project management, resourcefulness, use of good judgment, and the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned region for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a regional recruiter/admissions counselor.
• Significant demonstrated experience in admissions.
• Experience using data to inform decisions.
• Experience using an admissions CRM, ideally Slate.
• Knowledge of recruitment strategies for selective STEM institutions.
• Bilingual.

Benefits

• $58,000-62,000 annual rate.
• Flexible health and dental care options.
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution.
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents).
• Access to discount programs through the State of Colorado.
• Free tickets for Mines Athletics home games.
• Access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more).
• Equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center.
• Access to on-campus daycare center.