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Admissions Counselor UM Crookston Campus & UM Morris-(Office in Crookston MN)

Employer
University of Minnesota Crookston
Location
Crookston, MN
Salary
Competitive Salary

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Industry
Education
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

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About the Job

Position:

Position: This is a full-time, annually renewable position starting at $40,000 per year with an excellent comprehensive benefit program .

Job Summary:

A key member of the admissions team, an Admissions Counselor must be enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have the ability to articulate the values and objectives of a hands-on-experiential learning atmosphere, as well as a liberal arts institution to attract, recruit, and admit students to UMN Crookston and UMN Morris. This person will assist in building a diverse, inclusive campus and living community for both campuses.

The individual selected will represent both campuses to the public providing high quality service to prospective students and their families, and collaborating with members of the campus to support students and advance efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. The duties of the position will require travel, including extended overnight stays, and flexible evening and weekend hours. It also requires interviewing, making presentations, promoting UMN Crookston and UMN Morris, and screening applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Working with the Director of Admission, develop and implement a recruitment plan tailored for assigned territory to meet short-term and long-term goals.
  • Conduct student recruitment and outreach activities on and off campus, as well as virtually.
  • Plans and participates in recruitment and enrollment activities, including: open houses, regional presentations, orientation programs, career days, regional and national college fairs, virtual events, and build brand awareness and reputation.
  • Develops and presents public presentations designed to promote the University.
  • Meets with prospective students and parents to provide individual counseling on educational options and alternatives.
  • Monitors student behavior trends and adjusts recruiting plan accordingly.
  • Reviews applications and makes admissions decisions based on academic requirements and program choice compatibility.
  • Engages in extensive phone calls to applicants within assigned recruitment territory.
  • Meet individual recruitment goals and objectives.
  • Anticipates and responds to the needs of guests from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
  • Participates in advancing UMN Crookston and UMN Morris's efforts to build an inclusive and respectful campus community.
  • Participate in training programs to develop professionally and become fully informed about the University and recruiting strategies.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of current UMN Crookston and UMN Morris degree programs, policies, and major content.
  • Will work with technology, such as CRM's (Slate), and student records databases
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


  • Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree earned by start date with at least two years of professional experience.
    • Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
    • Valid driver's license
    • Excellent public speaking and writing skills, and strong organizational skills
    • Excellent customer service skills, phone and video-conferencing etiquette
    • Excellent ability to interact and serve individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups
    • Ability to work effectively within a team environment
    • Ability to travel a minimum of 12 weeks annually, including extended overnight stays, and flexible evening and weekend hours


    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working in college admissions, college counseling, or in related areas of higher education.
    • Experience as undergraduate admissions intern, student ambassador, student life or student activities leadership experience, or student volunteer experience will be considered.
    • Experience working with socioeconomically diverse populations such as non-traditional, first-generation, and low-income individuals.
    • Ability to work under pressure, in a team atmosphere, and with a minimum of direct supervision.
    • Familiarity with the University and the surrounding communities desired.
    • Experience organizing and planning programs and public presentations.


    About the Department

    The UMN Crookston and UMN Morris Office of Admissions are collaborating on recruitment and admissions efforts, and are the primary source of information for prospective students and families. The offices recruit and admit students, and facilitate the connection to the University faculty and staff to discuss programs in which a student is interested. In addition, it represents and markets the campus through electronic communications and printed brochures and material regarding all phases of the institution and its policies and programs. The position will be based on the Crookston campus.

    Benefits

    Working at the University

    At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

    The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
    • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
    • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
    • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
    • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
    • University HSA contributions
    • Disability and employer-paid life insurance
    • Employee wellbeing program
    • Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
    • Financial counseling services
    • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

    Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

    How To Apply

    Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

    Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

    To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

    Diversity

    The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

    The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

    Employment Requirements

    Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

    Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University's Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

    About the U of M



    University of Minnesota, Crookston


    The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMN Crookston) is dedicated to equitable and inclusive education as well as to its access mission as a land-grant university. With an enrollment of 1,800 degree-seeking students spanning on-campus and online programs, UMN Crookston serves the highest proportions of first generation, low-income, rural, and adult learner populations within the University of Minnesota system. The racial diversity of the student body is significantly higher than that of the region, and UMN Crookston is strategically committed to expand this advantage by further diversifying its faculty, student affairs staff, and student body. As a part of its commitment to comprehensive equity and inclusion, UMN Crookston is a leading educational provider for college students from rural communities, and the university partners with several regional high schools to offer non-degree dual-enrollment courses for high school students. Approximately 750 of UMN Crookston's degree-seeking students complete courses on campus, two-thirds of whom live in the university's exceptional residence hall facilities.

    Located in the growing college town of Crookston, Minnesota, UMN Crookston proudly carries on a tradition of over a century of educational service to northwestern Minnesota. UMN Crookston delivers educational programs that build upon a broad academic foundation and combine theory, practice, and hands-on experimentation. Since 1993, UMN Crookston has equipped all on-campus students and faculty with laptop computers leveraging the most current technology resources to enhance the student/faculty experience. Among its largest academic programs are majors in equine and animal science, agronomy, management, marketing, healthcare management, and communication. UMN Crookston has received national recognition for the value of its education, affordability, and impact on social mobility. U.S. News recently named UMN Crookston as its top "Midwest Top Public Regional College."

    University of Minnesota Morris

    A distinctive undergraduate campus within the University of Minnesota system, the University of Minnesota Morris combines a student-centered residential liberal arts education with access to the resources and opportunities of one of the nation's largest universities. A founding member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), UMN Morris provides students with a rigorous academic experience, preparing them to be global citizens who value and pursue intellectual growth, civic engagement, intercultural competence, and environmental stewardship. The student body numbers nearly 1500 with a student/faculty ratio of 11:1. UMN Morris serves one of the most diverse student bodies in Minnesota. More than forty percent of UMN Morris students are Native American, persons of color, or of international origin. UMN Morris is the only federally recognized Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institution in the Upper Midwest.

    UMN Morris is highly ranked by national publications - U.S. News & World Report as a top-ten public liberal arts college; Forbes as one of the best colleges and universities in the nation; and Fiske Guide to Colleges includes Morris campus in its list of "the best" and "most interesting" schools in the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom. Morris students are taught by a faculty with the highest per capita representation in the University of Minnesota's Academy of Distinguished Teaching and students consistently win national awards, as demonstrated by UMN Morris's status among the top baccalaureate institutions producing student Fulbright awards. The campus is also a national leader in sustainability, evidenced by receipt of the inaugural Excellence in Sustainability award from the National Association of College and University Business Officers and an AASHE STARS Gold rating.

    Company

    Welcome to the University of Minnesota! Learn more to help you get started at the U so you can help us achieve the University’s mission and change the world. We want to help you be connected, thriving, and achieving. 

    The University offers employees outstanding comprehensive benefits, including competitive pay, medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, and an award-winning Wellness Program—to name just a few.

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    304 Selvig Hall
    2900 University Ave.
    Crookston
    MN
    56716
    United States

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