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About the position
The Admissions Counselor - Athletics Liaison at Westminster University is responsible for organizing and executing undergraduate recruitment programs, particularly targeting inter-collegiate and club athletes. This role involves working closely with the Enrollment Management team and campus partners to attract a diverse student population, providing support throughout the admissions process, and promoting the value of a liberal arts education. The position requires on-campus presence with occasional remote work, and involves regular travel and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective student athletes and families during their university search and application process.
- Review and evaluate approximately 400 applications for admission each year.
- Establish and nurture relationships with high school counselors and community-based organizations as part of enrollment strategies.
- Articulate the value of a liberal arts education through presentations and meetings.
- Communicate with coaching staff and athletics director throughout the recruitment cycle.
- Coordinate admissions visits for inter-collegiate and club athletes.
- Support club sports recruitment efforts and coordinate data sharing with coaching staff.
- Engage in campus events and enrollment activities such as Admitted Student Day and New Student Orientation.
- Promote diversity and inclusion in alignment with the university's commitments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.)
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in higher education or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new software.
- Effective interviewing and public speaking skills.
- Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Nice-to-haves
- Inter-collegiate or sport athletic experience, either personal or professional.
- Experience in liberal arts institutions.
- Experience with customer relations management (CRM) systems in admissions.
- Familiarity with Slate CRM.
- Fluency in Spanish.
Benefits
- Full-time position with a salary range of $42,099 - $52,624 per year.
