Admissions Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: June 3, 2024
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: June 15, 2024
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Academic & Student Affairs/Student Sucess
Compensation Range (if applicable): $41,196 annually @ 1.0 FTE
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Renewable
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Work Location: On-campus
Work Hours: M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
• To view SOU’s very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf
• Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Admissions Counselor participates in the recruitment, admissions, and matriculation of new students to Southern Oregon University (SOU). They must understand and represent
SOU academic programs, college admission requirements, residency requirements, housing services, athletics, student activities, and other aspects of the University. They must be able to work with little or no supervision while recruiting students and be able to explain SOU policies independent of direct supervisor while traveling. They must interact effectively with prospective students, parents, high school and community college counselors, and the community to ensure all questions and needs are addressed in a timely manner. Extensive out-of-town travel is required.

Minimum Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Working as part of a team.
• Oregon Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Experience with/ability to interact with a diverse population.
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or other relevant fields.
• Experience working in admissions outreach and recruitment.
• Supervision experience.
• Experience planning and organizing programs on high school and college campuses.
• Bilingual(Spanish/English) is strongly preferred.

Essential Functions

Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive:

(30%) Develop and manage Oregon and out-of-state territories:

• Represent SOU on the Oregon Public University (OPU) tour, national and regional college fairs, and individual return visits to high schools, and community colleges.
• Thorough pre-planning and follow-up with students and influencers as well as evaluation, and record keeping are required.

(25%) Participate in Admissions/Campus Programs:

• Events include: Preview programs, Raider Registration/Orientation, campus visits (group and individual), and other recruitment programs.
• Involvement could include at varying levels: event planning and scheduling, management of the Raider Ambassador program, and facilitation of individual and group campus visit scheduling.
• Work with Assistants, Associate Director, and Directo