Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Job Summary

The Undergraduate Admissions Counselor is a regular, full-time, benefits-eligible salaried position responsible for recruiting and evaluating candidates for undergraduate admission as well as carrying out other assigned projects as needed. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

Essential Job Duties

• Counsel students and conduct presentations about Caltech undergraduate life, admissions, and financial aid policies/procedures to audiences on campus, in high schools, and at large off-campus venues.
• Plan and execute an effective recruitment travel plan that makes appropriate use of staff time, budget, and data to target the most promising candidates to Caltech.
• Travel as much as 4-6 weeks during the fall months, including but not limited to out-of-state travel.
• Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors and alumni in an assigned fixed region, as well as with faculty, staff, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Thoroughly read, critically evaluate, and recommend appropriate admission decisions on highly competitive applications.
• Carry out other admissions-related projects as assigned by the Deputy Director.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Familiarity with the activities of an undergraduate admissions office.
• Ability to work, and comfort with, diverse audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Incumbent must be conscientious, proactive, self-motivated and a strong, positive team player.
• Must have the ability to participate in a fast-paced, creative, and success/deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail, especially as it pertains to the holistic review of application materials.
• Exhibit professional behavior and excellent judgment in executing all activities of the office.
• Flexibility to travel by air, especially for several weeks in the fall, spring, or summer months, to domestic locations.
• Must have the ability to manage several projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines.
• Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Flexibility to work beyond a typical 8am-5pm job, including evening and weekend projects.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning events.
• Oversee and manage special programs.
• Experience working with prospective college students.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter