Admissions Counselor, Undergraduate Admissions

About Binghamton University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description

Budget Title: Admissions Advisor (SL-3)

Salary: $57,151 (temporary, full-time)

Binghamton University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Admissions Counselor to support undergraduate recruitment through identifying, selecting, and enrolling students. This is a temporary, one-year position. The Undergraduate Admissions Office seeks a self-motivated, dynamic individual with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to represent the University among prospective students, their families and colleagues.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage data and recruitment activities including, but not limited to; high school visits, college fairs, hosting recruitment events, communication/outreach activities, virtual events and innovative presentation methods
• Build a strong working knowledge of Binghamton University, its programs, policies, staffing goals and history
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and rapport with high schools, counselors, community colleges, community-based organizations, students, parents, alumni and professional organizations in order to develop and foster results to meet Binghamton University's enrollment goals
• Build, implement and maintain an effective communication and recruitment plan in conjunction with office-wide strategy and other related recruitment responsibilities
• Coordinate targeted area receptions and information sessions for recruitment and yield purposes with prospective students, applicants, parents, counselors and alumni in order to build awareness and increase enrollments from the specified area; these may involve working with representatives from other colleges or universities
• Prepare reports and innovative proposals to help understand territories and further goals of a region
• Participate in the development of operating goals and; recommend, implement, and administer methods and procedures to enhance operations
• Review applications as an active member of application reading committees
• Build and maintain queries using a CRM
• Manage a special program or serve as a liaison between undergraduate admissions and another campus constituent
• Guide students through the admissions process via counseling and motivational speaking
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned markets, recruitment strategies, and trends to effectively recruit and enroll students

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Public speaking experience in both individual and large group settings
• Analytical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain a flexible working schedule including frequent nights and weekends
• Valid/clean driver's license to operate a vehicle in NYS
• Valid passport, or ability to obtain a valid passport, to travel to international markets
• Able to walk, stand for long periods, lift and carry boxes that weigh 25 lbs. or more with or without accommodation
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently

Preferred

• Master's degree
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin or other language spoken in key international recruitment markets
• At least one year of admissions, enrollment and/or student recruitment experience
• Experience with marketing and leveraging technology
• Experience with higher education admission CRM such as Slate and/or comprehensive student system such as Banner
• Understanding of data/based enrollment management techniques and can exercise sound and creative budget management
• Experience working with and serving diverse populations
• Knowledge of local, regional and national college counseling ethics, standards, trends, strategies and tactics

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional Information

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Application Instructions

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=201358

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references