Admissions Counselor

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Job Title:

Admissions Counselor

Department:

Office of Enrollment Management

College/Division:

General University

Primary Job Posting Location:

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

Mercer University is searching for an Admissions Counselor on the Atlanta, Georgia campus.

Responsibilities :

Working independently under the supervision of the Director of Graduate Admissions, the Admissions Counselor (Graduate) is responsible for meeting or exceeding graduate recruitment goals for the College of Professional Advancement. This position will articulate the mission and values of the university to prospective students. Moreover, the Admissions Counselor is responsible for the overall coordination of admissions and retention for graduate students, including scheduling and implementing appointments and events. The Admissions Counselor works regularly with Admissions and Marketing colleagues, the academic department chairs, Associate Deans, Dean of College of Professional Advancement, all academic program directors, as well as staff members engaged in Admissions, Financial Planning, the Registrars' offices, Alumni and Development, Student Services, and Career Services functions.

Qualifications :

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Education, Business, Rhetoric/Communication, Leadership, Liberal Arts, or another related field is required. Candidates with a master's degree and/or prior admissions experience are highly desirable.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position requires travel.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knows how to use Microsoft Office products to maintain accurate prospect management.

Polished presentation/public speaking skills, fine-tuned organization, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Ability to conduct interviews and presentations to prospective students and their families.

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written abilities that positively reflect upon Mercer University, which are vital to the success of this position.

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time in order to meet and exceed set goals, and willingness to go beyond what is required to meet goals.

Availability to travel to event locations (sometimes driving long distances requiring overnight stays) during early morning, evening, and weekend hours as needed. (Ability to be insurable by University's carrier.)

Capability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Demonstrates a dynamic and approachable personality with the ability to engage and connect with a diverse student body.

Ability to understand marketing and advertising development and strategies.

Demonstrates proficiency with appropriate technologies.

Ability to be dedicated to the mission of Mercer University and to strengthening the University’s relationship with the internal and external University community.

Ability to have a deep understanding of, and commitment to, the value of a liberal arts education and will appreciate the importance of both traditional and nontraditional learners to the University.

Ability to meet appropriate situations with a creative response.

Ability to be open to seek and learn new and better ways to achieve the goals and needs of the University.

Demonstrates strong ethics, motivation, and a commitment to excellence, and is capable of working independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative and cohesive team.

Success Factors:

Personable, outgoing, self-starter, confident, articulate, good oral and written communication skills, team player, willing to go above and beyond what is required to meet goals. Excellent grammar, proofreading, and writing skills; an understanding of traditional and nontraditional education; experience in marketing and advertising development and strategies; and the ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time, meet deadlines, and follow through on tasks to completion. Critical thinking and evaluating skills are required, as is an advanced level of proficiency with appropriate technologies.

As with other professional positions in Enrollment Management, this position also requires:

CHARACTER :

This position requires a person of character, drive, and integrity. He or she will be a leader who can work both autonomously and as a member of a tightly-knit team. He or she will have a deep understanding of, and commitment to, the value of a liberal arts education and will appreciate the importance of both traditional and nontraditional learners to the University.

CREATIVITY :

The individual filling this position will have the ability to meet appropriate situations with a creative response. They will be open to seek and learn new and better ways to achieve the goals and needs of the University.

COMMITMENT :

The individual filling this position will be dedicated to the mission of Mercer University and to strengthening the University’s relationship with the internal and external University community. The individual will represent the University accurately

Background Check Contingencies :

- Criminal History

- Approved Driver's Check

Required Document Attachments :

- Resume

- Cover Letter

- List of three professional references with contact information

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions , tuition waivers , paid vacation and sick leave , technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

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