Admission Counselor

Posting Number SF01814

Job Title Admission Counselor

Position Number 109399

FTE 1.00

FLSA Exempt

Position Type Professional Staff

Union PSA/NEA – Professional Staff Assoc

Pay Grade Level Grade Level : 9

Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $53,392 – $80,006

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited

Department Undergraduate Admission

Contact(s) 

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Phone/Extension 

Contact Email 

Physical Demands 

Campus Location Kingston

Grant Funded No

Extension Contingency Notes 

This is a full time, calendar year position limited to June 28, 2025 with anticipated renewal.

Job Description SummaryThe search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 23, 2024. Applications received after July 23, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for reviewing the first-year student applications from an assigned territory, and for making admission decisions on those applications. Assist with coverage of counselor-of-the-day as needed. Assist with recruitment presentations and with recruiting events. Represent the University at high school visits and college fairs in assigned territories. Assist as needed with projects/assignments related to all facets of the Office of Admission functions. Territories may include New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and/or Rhode Island.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Read and evaluate applicant credentials and make admission decisions.

As part of Counselor-of-the-Day assistance, counsel individual applicants and family members.

Conduct and participate in both in- and out-of-state recruitment activities (e.g., college nights and fairs, high school visits, etc.)

Work evenings and weekend as required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers; database management and spreadsheet software. Must be able to lift 35 pounds. Must provide own transportation.

Required QualificationsREQUIRED:

1. Bachelor’s degree.

2. Minimum of up to one year of prior recruitment experience in a professional setting.

3. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

4. Demonstrated proficiency with written communication skills.

5. Demonstrated presentation skills.

6. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

7. Demonstrated ability to lift boxed materials (35 pounds).

8. Willingness to travel (i.e., an average of ten weeks in the Fall, and an average of six weeks in the Spring).

9. Must provide own transportation.

10. Must reside in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, or Rhode Island.

Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED:

1. Demonstrated familiarity with customer service practices.

2. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.

3. Demonstrated experience with Customer Relationship Management or similar software system.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental ConditionsThe incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Lift boxes of informational material weighing approximately 35 pounds each.

Posting Date 07/02/2024

Closing Date

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) “Other Document-References” – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13598

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