Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Admission Northwest Indiana Region

Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Admission - Northwest Indiana Region

Primary Function:

The Northwest Indiana Regional Representative is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, and assessment of recruitment efforts in the assigned territory.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Proactively recruit and assist prospective high school students (via e-mail, phone, virtual information sessions, coffee chats, scheduled appointments, and/or recruiting events)

• Follow up with inquiries, applicants, admits and deposits to provide continuous communication, support, and direction

• Planning and execution of travel and office-wide recruitment efforts. The expected timeframe for travel is 8 weeks in the fall and 2-3 weeks in the spring

• Includes Chicagoland Area

• Maintain high visibility while representing the institution at college fairs, community-based organizations, and high schools

• Communicate with prospective students, parents, and high school counselors to facilitate recruitment efforts

• Participate in college preparatory programming when possible

• Work will be performed primarily in the Northwest Indiana and Chicago areas but some in-person attendance on campus may be required (ex: Onboarding, Staff Orientation, On-campus Recruitment and Yield Events)

• Note: The Office does not reimburse employees for commuting expenses related to the need to be on campus

• This work is to be done in the region for which you are recruiting and cannot be done from other areas/states

• Application Management: Read and evaluate admission applications for geographic territories in a timely manner. Assist in holistic application review; assist in follow-up for application completion

• Maintain a working knowledge of financial aid programs and policies in order to communicate with students/parents and assist in the yield process

• Represent the Office of Admission with campus constituents including but not limited to Athletics, Faculty, and Alumni

• Represent the College in various State and National organizations

• Maintain regular contact with Admission team members including weekly team meetings and scheduled one-on-one meetings with supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Not applicable at this time

Financial Responsibilities:

• Responsible for appropriate use of College credit card during travel and accurate expense reporting using Certify

Other Responsibilities:

• Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the College's mission, principles, and strategic plan
• Support .a welcoming College environment
• Perform / complete other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Education, Certifications, Training, Experience

• Bachelor''s degree required

• Minimum 3 years Enrollment experience preferred

• Must live in or near the Northwest Indiana/Chicago area

• This is a regional position not a remote position

• Skills, Competencies, Abilities

• Knowledge of Slate or other CRM systems

• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Able to make decisions and respond to challenges quickly and with ease

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills

• Valid driver's license, excellent driving skills and comfortable in various driving conditions/environments

• Must be eligible to be an authorized College driver

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Professional appearance and dress
• Demonstrate professionalism and complete confidentiality when counseling students and/or parents
• Possess initiative, enthusiasm, and punctuality
• Ability to be organized and flexible with time and tasks
• Must be committed to team participation and success
• Able to sit/stand/walk for extended periods
• Able to work in a stressful and time-sensitive environment
• Able to multitask and pay close attention to detail