The admissions counselor will be responsible for successfully recruiting and enrolling students to Salem State University. To achieve these goals, the incumbent will review applications for undergraduate admission, conduct recruitment travel, as well as advise and counsel prospective students, guidance counselors, and other constituencies regarding the admission process and academic programs. The incumbent will be responsible for meeting individual and team enrollment goals.

Salem State strives to provide an experience where community members feel supported as they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. Salem States employee resource groups provide a forum for staff to share common interests, concerns and support one another with the goal of advancing a respectful and caring community (Asian, Black, Family & Caregivers, Latinx, LGBTQ and Womens ERG).

Please Note: There are two vacancies for this position.

1. Plan and implement a student recruitment plan to foster the development and conversion of prospective student inquiries to application and enrollment
2. Represent the university at various activities for the purpose of recruiting students on and off-campus related events
3. Review admission applications and academic criteria, rendering admissions decisions in a timely fashion, and entering data into student administration systems
4. Organize travel within a designated geographic territory, obtaining and analyzing data to develop in-depth knowledge of the area
5. Provide support for program planning targeting guidance professionals, educational consultants, community, religious, and cultural programs, as well as prospective students
6. Work closely with the admissions team to nurture community outreach efforts and organizations in order to increase diversity
7. Meet with prospective students and conduct group information sessions to relay information regarding enrollment, academic programs, and other university duties

Required Qualifications:

1. Associate or bachelor's degree with 2+ years of direct admissions experience
2. One year of experience in higher education, or a closely related field
3. Experience working both independently and as part of a team, in order to meet project and task deadlines
4. Must have access to reliable transportation; must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have appropriate auto insurance coverage throughout tenure as an admission counselor

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Three years of experience in an admissions office
2. Fluency in Spanish or another language
3. Excellent public speaking, interpersonal and written communication skills
4. Possess excellent technical skills with Internet applications, social media and Microsoft Office suite
5. Strong critical decision-making ability and time management skills
6. Knowledgeable of Salem State University's programs
7. Knowledge of/experience with admissions processes in U.S. higher education; understanding of Salem State admissions practices a plus
8. Experience with a CRM (TargetX/Salesforce) and/or PeopleSoft Student Information System
9. Experience in the development of school counselor and community college counselor relationships
10. Experience developing trainings or presentations for diverse populations.

Working Conditions:

This is a hybrid position with on-site, in-person responsibilities in Salem, MA, which requires: a flexible schedule, willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends, and travel (annual travel is estimated at approximately 8-10 weeks per year).

Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting and standing, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds. 

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach resume and cover letter.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university. 

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Please Note: If there is no application deadline associated with a position, it may be removed at any time and additional applications will not be accepted.