International Admission Counselor

Based in Eugene, OR., this counselor is responsible for representing the University of Oregon (UO) to multiple constituencies, including prospective students, their families, and school/community contacts. In consultation with the International Recruitment team, the counselor develops and implements recruiting initiatives and follow-up to meet application and enrollment goals, as well as conducting holistic review of freshman applications. The counselor manages the planning and follow-up of recruitment activities including high school visits, area receptions, and individual meetings.

Additionally, this position is a front-line service provider with primary responsibility for student admission counseling, recruitment travel, and management of the assigned geographic areas. The position requires a significant level of independent judgment and autonomy in regards to work planning; local representation of the university to thousands of students, families, counselors, and other key staff at secondary schools and community colleges; expert counseling of students and families; and application of university admission policy through holistic admission review. Secondary responsibilities include scholarship review, and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Assistant Director of International Recruitment and is an integral member of the International Recruitment team.

Additional expectations of the position:
• This position requires an extensive amount of travel, often including locations that are not serviced by public transportation.
• This position must be able to work irregular hours and travel extensively on nights and weekends.
• This position will require a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain UO Driver Certification.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of prior experience in higher education or equivalent.

Professional Competencies
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ease in using technology for communication, record keeping, and management of data.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Manage a complicated daily, weekly and monthly schedule with recurring important professional commitments on and off campus.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and effective manner with students, alumni, diverse families, administrators, and faculty.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Experience working or living overseas.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in student recruitment, education advocacy, or college counseling.
• Second language proficiency highly desired.
• Experience within an institution of higher education.
• Knowledge of university-specific computer application programs and knowledge of university procedures.
• Experience with event and project planning is desired.
• Knowledge of social media marketing and outreach.

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