Admissions Counselor - Kearney, United States - University of Nebraska at Kearney

Description

Position Details

Position Information


Working Title
Admissions Counselor (Bilingual)


Brief Summary of Job Description
Admissions Counselors are responsible for recruiting prospective undergraduate students to the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

The primary role of this position is to work with and advise diverse populations of students, including first-generation, under-represented, non-traditional, and transfer students along with community and school partners about the educational opportunities, degree requirements, services at UNK.

Job Duties
Outreach to diverse school districts across Nebraska.

Planning, organizing, and coordinating regular high school visits for recruitment to schools across the state and assisting with college fairs.

Planning, organizing, and coordinating regular visits to the community college campuses. Meeting with prospective students and families on campus for Spanish admissions counseling. Connecting with organizations and agencies in Nebraska communities. Collaborating with developing and implementing initiatives with staff in recruitment, academic departments, and student success. Travel and weekend and evening hours are required.


Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; ability to interact with individuals and groups in a variety of settings. Excellent verbal and written communication, time management, and problem-solving skills. Experience giving presentations to small and large groups of varying audiences. Ability to work independently.

Must have experience with and demonstrated ability to relate to students and families who are first-generation, non-traditional, or from under-represented populations.

Must have a valid driver's license. Evening and weekend work is necessary. Bilingual (Spanish)


Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in higher education, student personnel, counseling, or other related field. Prior experience working in an Admissions/Student Affairs setting.


Physical Demands

Schedule
Mainly M-F, 8am - 5pm, with evening and weekend work in peak times


Desired Start Date
07/22/2024


Is this position temporary?
No


Position End Date (if temporary)

Special Instructions to Applicant

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number

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Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Application Review Date:
Initial application review will begin on this date. Applications received prior to this date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
06/03/2024


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For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Jodi Holt