Western Association for College Admission Counseling Job Board

Graduate Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director, Dominican University of California

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:03:05 GMT

Responsible for leading the recruitment effort by evaluating and admitting graduate and adult undergraduate students to the University. Accountable for meeting enrollment goals from inquiry to admittance and enrollment for assigned graduate and adult programs. Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as assigned.

http://www.dominican.edu/about/employment/jobs/staffmanagement/graduate-admissions-counselor-assistant-director

Responsibilities

•§ Contribute to and lead recruitment events and initiatives such as campus events, alumni programs, electronic recruitment and promotional items, etc.

•§ Provide complete service to assigned graduate and adult students – gather application materials, interview students, conduct regular telephone contact

•§ Review adult undergraduate student files including transcripts, applications, and supplemental documentation for evaluation purposes

•§ Prepare graduate applications for final review by program directors

•§ Interview prospective students and provide recommendations to program directors

•§ Liaison with Marketing Department on advertising content for collateral

•§ Assist in managing communication flow with prospective students including data entry

•§ Collect and evaluate research data in order to make results driven decisions

•§ Initiate and maintain business outreach contacts with employers and community groups.Represent the University in all matters related to the recruitment of graduate and adult undergraduate students

Qualifications

•§ Master’s Degree required

•§ Higher education work experience desirable for Counselor; minimum of two years experience in higher education for Assistant Director

•§ Sales, Marketing or related experience desirable

•§ Experience developing community and business outreach programs

•§ Demonstrated experience developing and delivering persuasive presentations

•§ Excellent time management and organization skills with strong attention to detail

•§ Experience with international student admissions preferred

•§ Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills

•§ Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

•§ Current drivers license and satisfactory driving record required and must be maintained

•§ Extensive walking, standing and lifting of 20 lbs. may be required

Additional Position Information

•§ Generous benefits package

•§ Dominican University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity, and takes pride in its multicultural environment

•§ Must be willing to consent to a background check

•§ Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

Dominican University of California is an independent, international, learner-centered university of Catholic heritage, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. Dominican has a 1:11 teacher-to-student ratio, an average class size of 15, with a small-town feeling in a park-like campus. We blend interdisciplinary core courses, real-world studies, and small classes with close and supportive academic advising and mentoring.

Application Procedures

•§ Application deadline: June 1, 2012

•§ Click the hyperlink below or cut/paste it into your browser and scroll to the bottom of the posting. Click the option, "Submit your resume/CV to this job"

•§ Click upload Resume/CV button

•§ For any additional uploads please click the link again, enter your password information and click the "Career Center"

•§ For further questions on the application process, please contact: kimberly.joseph@dominican.edu

•§ Link: https://dominicanuniversity.hua.hrsmartpe.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=187

Associate Dean/Director of Admission; Stanford University

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:10:11 GMT

Reporting to the Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, the Director of Admission oversees the day-to-day/ cyclical operations of the Undergraduate Admission Office and serves as the senior advisor to the Dean on all admission matters. S/he manages and implements annual and long-range, strategic planning efforts; evaluates and makes recommendations on admission policies and practices for freshman and transfer admission; directs the admission selection and notification processes; and conducts admission recruitment and outreach programs, projects and processes. Supervises six direct reports and, at the Dean’s request, represents the Admission Office in meetings and on committees across the University that impact admission policies and/or practices.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s + Master’s degrees required; minimum of 10 years of proven operations and university admission experience (highly selective admission preferable), with demonstrated increasing responsibility for policy, programs, and outcomes. Extensive background in operations, staff supervision, leadership, and budget management required.

For a detailed position description/qualifications, visit http://jobs.stanford.edu, Job Requisition #47609. Submit a letter, resume and contact information for five references directly to this website.

Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.

The final candidate will need to successfully pass a background check to be considered for this position.

College Counseling Assistant, Lycee francais La Perouse, part-time, 26 hours per week

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:02:35 GMT

Summary of position: Lycee francais La Perouse seeks a committed educator who will support the goals of the College Counseling & Guidance program to assist students in their post-secondary plans. This is a staff support position and not a college counseling position.

Located in San Francisco, our school is a French Immersion, independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school of 985 students in grades preK-12. For more information about our school, please go to our website: www.lelycee.org

Responsibilities:

College Counseling Assistant:
- Assist Director of College Counseling in administrative tasks related to college admissions and guidance
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and attend college counseling events (e.g. college fairs, enrichment fairs, college rep visits)
- Communicate with counselors and other guidance staff, teachers, administrators, parents and student
- Create newsletters for middle school and high school families to communicate about school and community events, college visits, and enrichment programs
- Prepare and send reports and documents to appropriate institutions using Naviance software

Registrar:
- Establish, maintain and monitor student records, grades, coursework compiled, and credits earned for graduation
- Convert grades from French to American system using grading equivalency tables.

Enrichment Program Coordinator:
- Research enrichment programs for grade 9-12 students, and create individualized enrichment plans based on the interests and passions of students
- Build ties with community organizations to establish enrichment and/or community service programs
- Collaborate with the Student Activities Director and Dean of Students to bring community projects to school life

Testing Coordinator:
- Oversee the coordination and administration of standardized tests (National Exams, PSAT, AP, both standard administration and those with accommodations).

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree minimum
3-5 years of experience in the education field, preferably in high schools
Experience in a college counseling/admissions context a plus
Fluency in the English language. Candidate is not required to speak French, but knowledge of French and French culture will be an advantage
Knowledge of educational and college counseling software/programs an asset (e.g. Naviance, College Board, ACT, Blackbaud)
Advanced knowledge of word processing (Microsoft Word) and Excel a must.
Experience with Social Media preferred (e.g. facebook, instagram, twitter, etc…)
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Appreciation of and experience with diverse cultures and cross-cultural contexts, preferably with transatlantic international students
Proficiency in American school systems and curriculum required
Proficiency in French school systems and curriculum preferred

Interested candidates please send a cover letter, resume, and references electronically to Natalie Bitton, Director of College Counseling & Guidance, nbitton@lelycee.org.

Lycee francais La Perouse is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

Undergraduate Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director, Dominican University of California

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:20:52 GMT

Summary

As part of an established and successful undergraduate recruitment team, will work to promote the value of a Dominican education and recruit, evaluate, and admit freshman and transfer students to the University to help meet recruitment goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruitment Travel

· Most travel occurs over 2-3 months in the fall, additional travel in the spring.

· Extensive overnight travel may be required during the year. Evening and weekend hours will be required throughout the year.

· Represent Dominican at community college and high school college fairs and transfer days.

· Visit high schools to promote Dominican and recruit students by giving presentations, speaking with students individually, and meeting with guidance counselors.

· Conduct outreach at high schools to promote college in general by giving presentations.

· Work with high school and college counselors to update Dominican materials in office and establish a relationship so that they will refer students.

· Coordinate all aspects of travel including scheduling, transportation, and accommodations.

· Evening and weekend hours will be required throughout the year in addition to extensive overnight travel as dictated by the fall and spring travel recruitment schedule.

Recruitment Events

· Assist in coordination of recruitment events such as open houses and receptions.

· Attend recruitment events on and off campus to interact with prospective students.

· Visit high schools to promote Dominican and recruit students by giving presentations, speaking with students individually, and meeting with guidance Counselors.

· Represent Dominican at community college and high school college fairs and transfer days.

Prospective Student Counseling

· Manage student interest in assigned regional territory from inquiry to registration.

· Establish a relationship with prospective students and their families through telephone, email, and mail contact, interviews, events, etc.

· Answer questions about admissions and follow up with personal needs and matters.

· Schedule campus visits for students and families.

· Conduct admission interviews and tours, arrange for classroom visits, and give presentations to prospective students and groups.

Application Review

· Review student files including transcripts, test scores, essays, applications, and letters of recommendation for evaluation purposes.

· Follow up with applicants to complete files and update necessary information.

Daily Operations

· Assist in managing communication flow with students by preparing letters, putting packets together, reception work, data entry, tracking documents, etc.

· Provide excellent customer service with students and families, guidance counselors, staff, and faculty through email, phone, and in-person interactions.

· Enter and track information in database to manage territory recruitment.

· Meet regularly with supervisor and team members to ensure clear communication within the office.

· Send weekly reports on territory and project management to supervisor to track progress throughout the year.

Recruitment Events

· Assist in coordination of recruitment events such as open houses and receptions.

· Attend recruitment events on and off campus to interact with prospective students and their families.

Project Management

· Participate in and lead ongoing admissions office projects such as student ambassadors, campus events, alumni programs, publications, electronic recruitment, promotional items, etc.

· Develop and maintain appropriate manuals for program management.

· Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Two years experience in an academic environment (For Assistant Director)
· Ability to work independently and manage timelines in deadline and goal driven environment

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Experience in collecting and analyzing data for recruitment metrics

· Proven ability to deliver presentations to diverse constituencies

· Proficient computer literacy

· Project and event management skills

· Current driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required and must be maintained.

· Must be willing to consent to background investigation.

· Must be able to rent automobiles.

Additional Position Information

· Dominican University of California is an Equal Opportunity (E/O) Employer committed to excellence through diversity, and takes pride in its multicultural environment

· Must be willing to consent to a background check
· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job
For More Information Contact:
Rebecca Finn-Kenney, Asst. VP, Undergraduate Admissions

Dominican University of California

50 Acacia Avenue

San Rafael, CA 94901

Email: rebecca.finnkenney@dominican.edu

Application Procedures

· Application deadline: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
· Click the hyperlink below or cut/paste it into your browser and scroll to the bottom of the posting. Click the option, "Submit your resume/CV to this job"
· Click upload Resume/CV button
· For any additional uploads please click the link again, enter your password information and click the "Career Center"
· For further questions on the application process, please contact wendy.lee@dominican.edu or call 415-482-2444

Link: https://dominicanuniversity.hua.hrsmartpe.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=185

Assistant Director Undergraduate Admissions, Arizona State University

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:46:34 GMT

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks a Systems Analyst Associate to provide support for users of information technology tools. Responsibilities include a combination of application development, recommending products for purchase, providing information technology service and support, preparing and delivering information technology instruction, using software applications to meet specialized needs, troubleshooting technology hardware and software, and communicating with customers, other technology specialists and vendors about services. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to;

Performs the design, development, implementation, operation and maintenance of applications and databases to meets user needs.
Uses applications software such as distributed network systems, database management systems, web application development tools, desktop publishing tools, and presentation tools to develop custom products to meet user needs.
Advises customers on standard tools and combinations of tools that are available or can be purchased or developed to meet specific needs.
Identifies causes of problems when hardware and software are not operating properly and takes appropriate action. Repairs or resolves a wide variety of problems and confers with or escalates problems to vendors, contractors, or others in the university to assure that resolution is reached.
Coordinates with other information technology organizations including the central IT organization to ensure optimal use and efficiency of computer and related resources.
Develops and improves user systems procedures, and prepares systems documentation.

In the review of existing systems and processes, applies the techniques and principles of process and procedure reengineering in the design and development of new systems and process. Where possible develops and recommends alternative solutions to existing systems and processes.
Collaborates with others to produce recruiting and enrollment management reports.
Develops and delivers instructional training and documentation of supported technology products and systems, and provides personalized instruction one-on-one to meet specialized needs.
Develops and prepares operational plans and reports on project status
Establishes and maintains effective communications with customers, other technology specialists, and vendors about services.
Collaborates and teams with others on a variety of technology and technology support projects.
Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field; OR,Four (4) years of information technology experience; OR,Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Certificates from recognized programs that indicate mastery of tools and techniques relevant to the assignment may substitute for up to six months experience.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of: object oriented programming and programming principles; Java, PHP, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, JavaScript, XML, Web services; web protocols and programming requirements; process improvement methods and approaches; UNIX operating systems (primarily Linux and Apache); T-SQL, PL/SQL; application development life cycle processes; content management systems (i.e., Drupal with MySQL). Experience in: identifying and resolving problems with computer hardware and software products; customer service; working in a team environment.

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 70,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Close Date Initial Close date is April 30,2012. Applications will continue to be accepted and considered until search is closed.

Apply: https://www.asu.edu/go/employment/?auth=guest&jobid=28344&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

Instructor, UCLA College Counseling Certificate Program

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:53:57 GMT

UCLA Extension is looking for instructors to teach part-time in their college counseling certificate program. The courses are offered in the online format. Candidates must have at least five years of college counseling experience.

Please forward resumes to Martha Hochstrasser at MHochstr@unex.ucla.edu.

Southern California Regional Assistant Director of Admissions, Northeastern University

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:01:12 GMT

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Southern California Regional Assistant Director of Admissions will design and implement an effective recruitment strategy for students within their region of the United States and will evaluate applicants for admission into the University. The Southern California Regional Assistant Director of Admissions, based in Southern California, will be responsible for the strategic recruitment of students from Southern California, Hawaii and Nevada. The Regional Assistant Director’s recruitment strategy will include significant travel in assigned territories designed to attract and subsequently enroll first year and transfer students in line with university priorities. Further responsibilities include group and individual counseling and advising students and families regarding the admission process; conducting interviews and presentations; developing and maintaining relationships with secondary school and transfer counselors, alumni volunteers, and other university offices; and managing their territory and projects throughout the entire admission cycle. The Regional Assistant Director will also be responsible for reviewing files from domestic and international freshman and transfer applicants, reading using specified evaluation policies and procedures. A successful candidate will be a team player with a strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to successfully work independently, and who actively contributes to the office welfare in a high volume, fast-paced environment.

Bachelor’s degree required. Master degree preferred. Three to five years of experience in student recruitment, and secondary/college admissions required. Admissions counseling experience, including recruitment programming, travel scheduling, student counseling, and small and large group presentations also required. Experience as a distance-based regional representative preferred. Proven ability to work independently, excellent communication and presentation skills, sensitive and responsive to the needs of diverse constituencies. Strong organizational skills.

To apply, follow links for professional staff openings from www.northeastern.edu/hrmor

https://neu.peopleadmin.com/postings/search?query=&query_v0_posted_at_date=&query_position_type_id=1&896=Any&894=Any&893=Any&892=Any&commit=Search

Director of College Counseling, Campbell Hall

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:18:30 GMT

Cal/West Educators Placement is pleased to announce a leadership opportunity for July 2012. Campbell Hall, an independent, coeducational, college preparatory, Episcopal day school for students in kindergarten through grade twelve, is currently recruiting for a Director of College Counseling.

Founded in 1944 and situated on 15 naturally landscaped acres in North Hollywood, California (a suburb of Los Angeles), Campbell Hall is committed to fostering a community dedicated to honoring the diversity of the human experience, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation or physical handicap. The school is guided by the Episcopal tradition of open inquiry and spiritual formation and seeks faculty who are devoted to the pursuit of academic excellence and to the nurturing of decent, loving, and responsible human beings.

To view the full job description, visit: http://www.calwesteducators.com/uploads/file/Director%20of%20College%20Counseling%20NEW%20Version%20from%204-16-12%20FINAL.pdf

Visit the school website: http://www.campbellhall.org/

Applications Instructions:

Interested candidates should email a cover letter stating their interest in this position and a resume to Search@CalWestEducators.com and reference “Campbell Hall Director of College Counseling” in the subject line.

Search Consultants:

Lee Miller, President, Cal/West Educators Placement

Amy Sloboda, Search Consultant, Cal/West Educators Placement

Admissions Counselor, Lewis & Clark College

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:18:40 GMT

The Office of Admissions at Lewis & Clark College, Portland, Oregon, seeks an admissions counselor to identify, recruit and enroll students to the College of Arts and Sciences. Reporting to the director of admissions, this admissions counselor represents the College at high school visits and college fairs; travels nationally approximately six to eight weeks per year, mostly in the fall; serves as a liaison with prospective students, secondary school counselors, and alumni volunteers in a specific geographic territory; does on-campus presentations, interviewing and application file evaluation. This admissions counselor will coordinate one or more on-campus administrative functions which may include student contact efforts, open house events and other projects as assigned.

To learn more about this admissions counselor position, please visit https://jobs.lclark.edu/postings/2986.

Questions can be addressed to Erica L. Johnson, director of admissions at erica@lclark.edu or 503-768-7053.

Associate Director, Enrollment and Recruitment at University of San Francisco

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:50:23 GMT

The Associate Director for Enrollment and Recruitment provides recruitment, admission and enrollment services designed to meet the needs of prospective, admitted, deposited, and enrolled transfer undergraduate students for both traditional and degree completion programs. As a member of the Office of Admission team, the Associate Director collaborates with colleagues in the schools and colleges, as well as other departments in Academic and Enrollment Services to provide a broad range of independent and complex recruitment and enrollment services, including marketing campaigns for traditional undergraduate transfer students and degree completion programs at the branch campuses.

The Associate Director also assists the Senior Associate Director for Transfer Admission with the creation and implementation of new programs, including but not limited to, transfer bridge programs between the University of San Francisco and California community colleges.

Job Responsibilities:

-Evaluates undergraduate applicants’ academic credentials for traditional and non-traditional transfer students.

-Reviews admission files, determines eligibility, decides which applicants are qualified for admission to USF, and makes admission decisions.

-Assists in the planning and attainment of San Francisco degree completion program enrollment, retention, graduation, and service goals. With the Senior Associate Director and colleagues from other appropriate departments, the Associate Director develops, implements and evaluates marketing and outreach efforts relative to immediate and long-term goals for admission and enrollment.

-Conducts information meetings and represents USF at education fairs, corporate and other public events, with targeted outreach to traditional and non-traditional transfer students. Develops knowledge of competitor programs in the region.

-Conducts transcript evaluations, does academic degree planning; assesses general education, major, minor and graduation requirements; explains tuition and fees, financial aid, application and registration procedures, and career and corresponding educational planning for prospective traditional and non-traditional transfer students.

-Works with Senior Associate Director and school/college colleagues (as appropriate) to develop and implement student recruitment/marketing plans, as well as develops and executes print and e-communication strategies designed to interest students in the University’s programs and to provide outreach to, and recruitment of students to all undergraduate programs.

-Develops and maintains effective relationships with counseling and administrative contacts at community colleges, other institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations and appropriate corporations.

-Serves as resource to students and faculty members. Advises and directs students and faculty about administrative policies and issues. Assists with questions and problems and facilitates their resolution.

-Advises and proposes solutions to the Senior Associate Director on issues that may create barriers to students’ seamless transitions to USF. Assesses student satisfaction on an ongoing basis and works quickly to resolve concerns/problems.

-Assists with the graduation ceremonies.

-Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree strongly preferred.

-At least five years admissions /recruitment /advising experience, preferably in an educational setting.

-At least three years of experience evaluating transfer credit from regionally accredited institutions and other forms of advanced standing (including military credits, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams); knowledge of international transcript evaluation a plus.

-One year of public speaking experience; at least two years of marketing experience in an educational setting is strongly preferred.

-Spanish language fluency preferred but not required.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://apptrkr.com/241705

EEO Policy

Department: Admissions

Job Type: Full-Time

The University of San Francisco is an equal opportunity institution of higher education. As a matter of policy, the University does not discriminate in employment, educational services and academic programs on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except minors), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related) and disability, and the other bases prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities under the law.

University Evaluator/Admission Counselor, University of San Francisco

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:10:14 GMT

The University Evaluator/Admission Counselor at the University of San Francisco has primary responsibility for the evaluation of traditional and non-traditional undergraduate applicants’ academic credentials and outreach and recruiting of prospective transfer students. The University Evaluator reports to the Senior Associate Director of Transfer Admission in the Office of Undergraduate Admission in Academic and Enrollment Services.

Job Responsibilities:

-Evaluate undergraduate applicants’ academic credentials for traditional and non-traditional students

-Review admission files, determine eligibility, decide which applicants are qualified for admission to USF, and make admission decisions

-Evaluate credit to be awarded at time of admission for non-traditional students with sources of credit such as CLEP, military credits, credits taken at other institutions, and approval and updating of records for Degree Completion undergraduate students

-Respond to transfer-related questions from traditional and Professional Studies applicants via telephone, email, and on-campus meetings and appointments

-Propose, develop and implement transfer credit and articulation policies to the university, and implement through the Banner ERP system

-Counsel traditional and non-traditional prospective and currently enrolled students on academic credential evaluation, transfer credit equivalencies, and other related transfer issues.

-Assist the Senior Associate Director for Transfer Admission with file completion and reading, including interviewing prospective students responding to inquiries, and answering general transfer admission questions

-Represent the university in a variety of settings such as community college transfer day presentations, college fairs, on-campus visits and events, and community events, with additional targeted outreach to transfer students and families

-Select, schedule, and coordinate community college visits based on school profiles, history, and geo-demographic markets to recruit prospective students with a special focus on outreach to academically talented transfer students

-Network with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and education-related, non-profit and government agencies to recruit qualified transfer students

-Develop and maintain effective relationships with appropriate counselor and administrative contacts at community colleges, other higher education institutions, and non-profit organizations

-Counsel prospective students and families about admission, financial aid, academic programs, and student life with emphasis on communication with transfer audiences as needed

-Coordinate effective traditional electronic communication for outreach to prospective students and admitted students and families to accommodate diverse language and cultural needs

-Evaluate freshman Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate credit reports

-Act as a resource person for the evaluation of international graduate applicants’ academic credentials

-Assist all members of the Office of Admission with projects, programs, events, daily tour/overview sessions, and multicultural recruitment and retention events

-Assess and analyze results of recruitment and program management efforts and then develop and implement appropriate changes based on these analyses

-Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.

-At least three years admissions, recruitment, and advising experience, preferably in an educational setting.

-One year of public speaking experience

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://apptrkr.com/245949

EEO Policy

University Evaluator/Admission Counselor

University of San Francisco

Department: Admissions

Job Type Full-Time

Assistant Director of Admissions for Multicultural Recruitment, Oregon State University

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:02:27 GMT

The Office of Admissions at Oregon State University is seeking a professional and energetic Assistant Director of Admissions for Multicultural Recruitment who knows and understands the hard work, dedication, ethics, and humor in the college admissions counseling profession. The Assistant Director of Admissions for Multicultural Recruitment will serve as part of the recruitment team that is responsible for the planning and implementation of undergraduate, domestic recruitment within assigned geographic territories. He/She will lead recruitment efforts targeting underrepreseted high school and community college student populations. They must be able to work independently, make sound decisions, manage their territory, and work well with other units and groups across campus and in high schools, community colleges, and other community organizations. They will develop plans, execute and assess programs, plan recruitment travel, and monitor a territory budget.

In addition being an effective team member, the Assistant Director will hold a leadership role in the office. Frequent work related travel for extended periods and working irregular hours including late nights, early mornings, evenings and weekends is to be expected. Being a good-humored, hard-working, low-maintenance, dependable, intelligent, passionate, and detail-oriented individual with previous experience in and understanding of the college admissions counseling profession would be the ideal characteristics of a successful candidate in this postion. This position is a trained Insight Resume reader as part of the admissions process where decisions directly affect enrollment, department and university goals. To find complete details on the required and preferred qualifications for this position and to submit an application, cover letter, and references for consideration, please visit http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. The position closes on 5/13.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, UNDERGRADUATE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT, UCLA

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:34:33 GMT

The University of California, Los Angeles, one of the world’s great research universities, invites nominations and applications for the position of Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate International Recruitment. Reporting to the Director, Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with Schools, the Senior Associate Director will join a newly re-organized division focused strategically on admissions and financial aid in advancing UCLA’s extraordinary mission of access and excellence for nearly 27,000 undergraduates.

The Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate International Recruitment is responsible for developing and implementing the strategic recruitment and admission plan to enhance UCLA’s presence and visibility internationally and increase international enrollments. The Senior Associate Director will partner will colleagues across campus to develop a data-driven marketing and recruitment plan for international admission, continually measuring and assessing progress against five-year goals. Traveling extensively, the Senior Associate Director will foster relationships with international educational institutions, overseas advisors, agents, and public and private sector organizations, as well as employ innovative outreach initiatives to connect to potential applicants and families across the globe.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned international admission professional with a passion for public education and advancing UCLA’s mission of access and excellence in a dynamic environment of growth and change. The new Director will be a highly-effective manager, superb communicator and a strategic thinker, with experience in strategic planning and change management. Qualified candidates will have at least ten years of directly relevant experience with a demonstrable track record of success in enrollment planning and international admission. Advanced degree preferred. UCLA offers a highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package. UCLA is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further information about UCLA's Department of Undergraduate Admissions, please visit: http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/

Application Process

Sage Search Partners is assisting UCLA with this search. Confidential inquiries and nominations may be directed in confidence to:

Paula Fazli, Partner: pfazli@sagesearch.com

All applicants must apply for this position via UCLA's Career Opportunities website, http://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu. Reference requisition # 17065. Additional job requirements will be detailed on the official UCLA posting.

Territory Manager – High School Outreach, The Princeton Review

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:07:06 GMT

The Princeton Review is looking for energetic sales people that are passionate about helping students on their path to a college education in Orange and Riverside counties. You will be responsible for generating new sales and increasing overall interest in our high school products by developing strong community and campus relationships, by delivering expert standardized test advice to prospective students, and by running fantastic marketing events that educate families about the college admissions process and motivate them to take The Princeton Review. A passion for education, strong attention to detail, a winning personality, and comfort with public speaking are musts for this position.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, and 2-3 years of experience in sales is preferred. To apply, please go to www1.apply2jobs.com/princetonreview and select the Territory Manager position located in Irvine, CA.

DIRECTOR UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS AND RELATIONS WITH SCHOOLS UCLA

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:05:55 GMT

The University of California, Los Angeles, one of the world’s great research universities, invites nominations and applications for the position of Director, Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with School (UARS). Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management, the Director, UARS will join a newly re‐organized division focused strategically on admissions and financial aid in advancing UCLA’s extraordinary mission of access and excellence for nearly 27,000 undergraduates. The Director is responsible for the recruitment, admission, and ‐‐ together with the campus community ‐‐ the enrollment of all new undergraduate students to UCLA, strategically shaping UCLA admissions in a way that profoundly impacts the future of public higher education.

The Director, UARS is a highly visible and critical position, providing leadership in the enrollment of an academically talented and ethnically, geographically, and socioeconomically diverse pool of California resident, non‐California resident, and international students. The Director will work closely with the UCLA Academic Senate Committee on Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with Schools, at the UC‐system level and externally, devising and implementing innovative strategies for the recruitment and admission of undergraduate students that will result in the long term success of the campus’s enrollment initiatives.

The Director oversees four direct reports, with a total staff of 48, manages a budget of $5.5 million annually, provides guidance and oversight for the processing of over 96,000 applications, and leads strategic technology initiatives to effectively and efficiently support student recruitment and enrollment functions.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned admission professional with a passion for public education and advancing UCLA’s mission of access and excellence in a dynamic environment of growth and change. The new Director will be an inspiring leader, highly‐effective manager, superb communicator and a strategic thinker, with experience in strategic planning and change management. Qualified candidates will have at least ten years of directly relevant experience with a demonstrable track record of success in enrollment planning and domestic and international recruiting. Advanced degree preferred. UCLA offers a highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Full information concerning the job qualifications are listed on the official UCLA job posting.

Benefits

UCLA offers a generous benefit package which includes comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits, up to 3 weeks vacation, and 13 paid holidays and much more.

How to Apply:

Sage Search Partners is assisting UCLA with this search. Confidential inquiries and nominations may be directed in confidence to: Paula Fazli, Partner: pfazli@sagesearch.com

Qualified applicants may apply for this position using the UCLA Career Opportunities website. Go to https://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu and search for Requisition 16890. Alternatively, you may click or copy/paste the following link into your browsers address bar:

http://ucla.in/wCtNcB

For additional information, please visit http://www.admissions.ucla.edu

UCLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Regional Recruiter Marlboro College

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:04:23 GMT

Marlboro College seeks a highly organized self-starter to serve as Regional Recruiter based in California. Reporting to the Dean of Admissions, the Regional Recruiter is responsible for a wide variety of student recruitment duties in support of Marlboro College’s strategic recruitment goals and objectives.

Duties include but are not limited to:

1. Represent the College to prospective students and their families in the Midwest, Colorado, California, the Pacific Northwest and other states as needed.

2. Plan/manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts, and providing reports to the Director.

3. Track and report activities electronically via an institutional database.

4. Establish and nurture relationships with high school guidance and independent counselors.

5. Attend college fairs/nights and make individual visits to high schools and community colleges in those aforementioned areas during the fall and spring of each year.

6. Arrange and conduct individual interviews with students as well as organize regional group information sessions for students, parents, and guidance counselors.

7. Tele-counsel prospective students to encourage campus visits as well as apply for admission. Maintain appropriate follow-up communication with these students regarding the status of their applications for admission and financial aid.

8. Build inquiries from community colleges and other transfer populations.

9. Join regional admission and school counselor associations to build solid working relationships.

10. Mobilize our alumni, in cooperation with our Alumni Affairs office and the Admissions office, to support the college’s recruitment efforts in the area.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required. Must be able to work independently and understand the value of a liberal arts education. Marlboro alumni are encouraged to apply and experience with high school students and marketing is a plus.

Contract:

This is a one year contract position based off campus. Evening and weekend hours are required. Access to reliable internet and phone are preferred. Successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and have a residence in one of the targeted recruitment regions. Review of applications will review immediately. For full consideration, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and three reference names (including contact information) via the online application: https://www.marlboro.edu/offices/hr/jobs

Academic and College Counselor, Immaculate Heart High School

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:19:14 GMT

Immaculate Heart High School, a vibrant and diverse 9-12 girl’s Catholic school, is seeking resumes from qualified candidates interested in a full time Academic and College Counselor position. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with an interest in working with high school students, their families, college representatives, faculty, and administrators.

The principle responsibilities of the Academic and College Counselor include:

As Academic Counselor:

· Scheduling individual conferences with all students (and parents as appropriate)
· Working closely with students at risk academically to help them to develop strategies for success
· Interacting frequently with teachers of sophomores on an individual basis, and by scheduling regular grade level teachers’ meetings
· Advising students about course selections and the course scheduling process

As College Counselor:

· Working with students and their families as they move through the college research, application, and selection process; advising through individual student meetings, regular communication, formal presentations, and through a college guidance curriculum that begins in the middle of a student’s junior year
· Writing letters of recommendation (usually 65-75 students)
· Staying up-to-date on all college related activities and assisting with college communications; keeping the faculty and administration abreast of the latest trends, issues and expectations in the college world, and partnering with colleagues to support students in the college admission process
· Assisting with the coordination and presentation of appropriate informational events for parents
· Meeting with college representatives when they visit and establishing solid working relationships with admissions counselors throughout the country
· Promoting Immaculate Heart’s reputation with colleges by serving as an advocate for students and by attending state and national conferences
· Engaging actively in the Immaculate Heart School community

Additional attributes:

A detail-oriented approach to work and outstanding communication skills including writing, listening, and public speaking
A sense of humor and empathy necessary to work effectively with high-school students and their families
Proficiency in Naviance
Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in college counseling and/or admissions
A Bachelor’s degree is required with advanced degrees preferred

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to Ms. Angela Glynn, Director of Student Services. Ms. Glynn can be reached through e-mail aglynn@immaculateheart.org

Director of Admission / Pitzer College

Peggy Hock-McCalley — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:14:31 GMT

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSION POSITION - PITZER COLLEGE

Pitzer College, a Member of The Claremont Colleges, seeks a dynamic, creative, and innovative professional to join the enrollment team. Pitzer College is a liberal arts and sciences institution led by its core values: social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement and environmental sustainability. Pitzer has an enrollment of 1,000 students

and is located thirty minutes east of downtown, Los Angeles. Since 2002, Pitzer has received more Fulbright Fellowships per capita than any other school in the United States and has one of the highest percentages of students studying abroad. Pitzer has been recognized as one of the nation’s most effective colleges in fostering social responsibility and public service, and continues to be a

leader in environmental sustainability, shared governance, and innovative instruction. We seek an enthusiastic individual interested in growing with an institution known for its progressive approach to education.

Reporting to the Vice President and Dean of Admission and Financial Aid, the Director of Admission is a key leader in overseeing daily operations and meeting institutional goals. This individual assists the Dean with the administration, supervision, strategic planning and analysis of the enrollment division of the College.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Hire, train, support, supervise, and cultivate counseling staff and Operations Manager.

- In collaboration with the Operations Manager, oversee the daily office procedures and processes.

- Serve as direct advisor to all office programs.

- Lead the application evaluation process with the goal of ensuring efficiency, and on-time completion.

- In collaboration with the Vice President, develop a strategic recruitment and enrollment plan.

- Participate in some domestic and international travel including joint travel with members of the other Claremont Colleges.

- Serve on various College committees.

- Recommend new and innovative initiatives for the department and remain knowledgeable of current trends.

- Foster a commitment to excellent student- and family-centered service.

- Prepare all staff meetings and retreats.

- Manage the department communication plan.

- Represent the department and the College to external and internal groups.

- Assist in gathering data and preparing reports.

- Assist in organizing the travel and department coverage schedule.

- Represent the Vice President as needed.

- Ensure honesty, integrity, accountability, and trust in the Admission process through enforcement of College standards of conduct and promoting a culture of ethics.

- Perform other essential duties and tasks as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

- Excellent public speaking, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

- An understanding of and a commitment to the core values of Pitzer College.

- An understanding of and a commitment to the value of a residential liberal arts and sciences education.

- Ability to travel.

- Ability to work successfully individually and as a member of a team.

- Ability to meet deadlines and manage a demanding schedule.

Education: Bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree is preferred) from an accredited institution.

Experience: A minimum of seven years of experience in an admission and counseling office with increasing responsibility for program management and supervision of others

Licenses/Certificates: Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile insurer.

Salary: Competitive and dependent upon qualifications. Excellent benefits.

To Apply: Submit the following materials, preferably as one PDF file: a) a Pitzer College employment application form available on the Pitzer HR website, b) a cover letter addressing the position requirements, c) a chronological and dated resume, and d) three professional references with phone numbers to: Angel B. Pérez, Vice President and Dean of Admission & Financial Aid, at StaffJobs@pitzer.edu. Evaluation of applications will start on April 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

To learn more about Pitzer College, please visit www.pitzer.edu

To learn more about Pitzer Admission visit www.pitzer.edu/admission