Admissions Counselor
Job ID: 279193
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University -
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
The Admissions Counselor will represent Augusta University at programs and events on and off campus for the purpose of recruiting students to the University. The person in this role will coordinate recruitment-based projects and activities. This position serves as the lead recruitment territory manager for the southern CSRA and Coastal Savannah recruitment territories. Provides support for Dual Enrollment and International Admissions. This position supports the enrollment efforts of campus by traveling to targeted territories to provide institutional and admissions information to prospective and newly admitted students. This position represents the university at onsite events and campus tours.
Responsibilities
The duties include but are not limited to:
RECRUITMENT EVENTS: Represent AU at events and programs for the purpose of recruiting students to the university in designated recruitment territory.
COMMUNICATION: Communicate with prospective students, parents, and community through appointment, telephone, email, and other methods.
AUDIT & RESEARCH: Audit student data and conduct statistical research to target population for recruitment and analyze recruitment effectiveness.
CUSTOMER SERVICE: Provide excellent customer service.
ON-CAMPUS RECRUITMENT: Assist with on campus recruitment.
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS: Coordinate international admissions of undergraduate students.
RECRUITMENT: Coordinate various initiatives and programs within the office of Academic Admissions for the purpose of recruiting students.
DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM: Assist with the dual enrollment program for students within recruitment territory.
DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION: Facilitate communication and outreach with campus departments.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid driver's license required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education; Knowledge in Microsoft applications and in Banner or CRM.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
SKILLS
Strong customer service, with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Reliable means of transportation and memory for detail
Ability to cover travel cost with reimbursement after the fact
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people and commitment to all
Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible hours.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days, Monday - Friday
Pay Band: B7
Salary: $20.29/hr - $22.50/hr
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search by job id 279193
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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