Senior Admissions Counselor - Recruiting

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S04962P
Position Title
Senior Admissions Counselor - Recruiting
Department
Recruiting
Location
Arlington
Job Family
Admissions
Position Status
Full-time
Work Hours
Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• May Require some travel for recruiting purposes.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Open to
External and Internal
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis
Monthly
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Provide guidance for prospective freshmen and transfer students and their families on the admissions, financial aid, scholarship, and housing processes within the office of Admissions. Responsible for the recruitment of prospective students, including activities that will generate prospects, applicants and enrollment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts student recruitment activities in the office of Admissions such as, but not limited to the following:

• Counsel all undergraduate students, parents, and others at various stages of the college search cycle on the admissions process and entrance requirements, including transfer credit, and undergraduate educational opportunities.
• Review transcripts and provide guidance on next steps for prospective students.
• Provide applicants with notification of their eligibility.
• Compose correspondence to answer inquiries of a complex nature.
• Determine eligibility for students with complex admission problems.
• Counsel students on financial aid and/or housing arrangements.

• Serves as front counter personnel on daily basis to engage in high level customer service with prospective students and their families, both in person and via phone.
• Coordinate student worker projects with respective teams and the Associate Director of Operations.
• Liaison with Recruitment Coordinating Council members, TRIO, and other recruitment teams for special campus visit initiatives and presentations.
• Conduct student recruiting at high schools and colleges as needed to assist other Admissions Counselors.
• Assists with all on-campus recruitment events hosted by Admissions Office.
• Position will be cross-trained on both domestic and international undergraduate admissions policies.
• Member of Admissions Appeals Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience counseling students in academic and scholastic matters, with a broad knowledge of institutional admission requirements or the equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Detail Oriented
• Ability to multitask in a busy office environment with multiple interruptions, including high volume phone calls and monitoring multiple email accounts.

Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Working Title
Admissions Counselor III
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.