Admissions Counselor

Minneapolis, MN

Full Time

Entry Level

Job Description

Job Title: Admissions Counselor
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Admissions
Salary Range:   $42,000 - $46,000 annually

North Central University Mission Statement
North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church. In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.

Position Purpose
The Admissions Counselor recruits and coordinates university efforts to enroll qualified new students and assists in coordinating student services efforts throughout the campus.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
25%     Represent North Central in various capacities outside of the University for the purpose of recruitment.

Travel to represent the University at High Schools, Churches, College Fairs, AG Youth Conventions, and other youth events
Assist in the strategic selections of which fairs, conventions, and other events to attend
Visit church youth groups and youth retreats to meet with prospective students
Develop relationships with guidance counselors, youth pastors, youth leaders, and other key figures who play a role in influencing potential students on their choice of school.
Assist in training and equipping students who travel and represent the University through our office
Make individual appointments to visit the prospective students and their families while traveling in their area
Provide preparing for college and financial aid presentations at high schools and churches
Represent the admissions office when outside groups use our facilities

40% Student Communication & Financial Aid Counseling

Coordinate and manage your communication plan for each student
Meet weekly goals for call, email, text, and visit numbers
Communicate with new self-initiated inquiries, follow up with recent visitors, call and email students who have submitted an application or any application documents
Build relationships with admitted, deposited, and enrolled students
Walk through financial aid awarding conversations with each student and their family
Develop a relationship with the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, and Housing Offices to ensure there is an efficient flow of information about the students’ entire registration process to serve our students effectively
Call applicants who have been in “Application Started” or “Application Submitted” stages to determine if they will be completing their application and assist them with anything that will help them complete it
Provide financial counseling and follow up during move in day and welcome week
During specific seasons admissions counselors are expected to work a late night each week

25% Coordinate campus visit experiences to ensure prospective students and their families have a positive experience while visiting North Central

Host visiting students and families for individual campus visits by answering questions regarding academics, campus life, spiritual life, financial aid, the opportunities of living in Minneapolis and any other area guests would like to discuss
Working with the Campus Visit Coordinator, you should help facilitate opportunities for the prospective student to attend chapel, classes, the cafeteria, meet with a professor or coach, audition for a music scholarship, or participate in other special interests a student has
Represent NCU in a professional and friendly manner
Be available for unplanned “walk-in” campus visitor
Be aware of events on campus and in our community that can benefit our guests.
Correspond using phone, e-mail, and Facebook with accepted applicants prior to their arrival on campus regarding class registration, housing and financial aid.
Assist with Friday Preview Days, NCU Days, and other group visit events for prospective students.

Specialized Duties:
10% Review Applications for Admissions and make Acceptance Decisions

Read the complete application form, review transcripts and any additional documentation, and evaluate accuracy of data within the information system to determine the student’s eligibility to be admitted to NCU
Make phone calls to the applicant, reference, or school as needed to clarify information and gather missing data regarding standards of conduct in applicant’s spiritual and academic life.
Determine if the applicant meets the published admissions requirements
Grant acceptance to applicants who meet the admissions criteria
Present questionable applications for admission to the Executive Director of Admissions and the Admissions Committee
Review accepted applicant files for academic scholarships.
Award scholarships and inform accepted student during initial acceptance call.

Job Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree is required
Counselor must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be willing to live within the lifestyle statement of the University.
Previous sales and/or customer service experience preferred
Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends
Must be comfortable with public speaking
Must have a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
Desire to be in the position for 2+ years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, one-on-one and in front of larger groups
Understands the North Central community, including the spiritual atmosphere, campus living, organizations and ministries, majors and curriculum and the opportunities of the Twin Cities area
Ability to be self-motivated and self-managed to meet deadlines
Ability to lead and direct various projects
Possess effective leadership and managerial skills to oversee student volunteers
Work involves collaboration with a team of other admissions personnel in a professional office setting
Requires working independently in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once

Working Conditions
Environmental Conditions

Position involves exposure to repetitive motion of the fingers, hands, and wrists daily.
Work environment involves working in an urban, Christ-centered community

Equipment and Tools

Use of a PC, telephone, and photocopier—approximately 70% of the time

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

The aforementioned statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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Christian Community Life Standards
Employees of North Central University must abide by the following:

The following Christian Community Life Standards have been adopted by the Board of Regents of North Central University and apply to all members of the North Central University community, specifically including students, faculty, staff, administrators and all others that share or participate regularly in the community life of the University.

At North Central we strive to combine rigorous academic training with a strong spiritual environment. Students, administration, faculty, and staff cooperate to achieve a Christ-centered community where biblical standards are upheld. A personal relationship with Christ and active involvement in a local church are required for membership in the North Central community.

The Christian standards embodied in this policy apply to the enumerated members of the North Central University community, both on and off the campus, and both during the University term and when the University is not in session. Christian life is not a “part-time” endeavor and, therefore, the Christian standards here set forth to apply to all members of the community wherever they may be located and at all times of the year.

Any violation of these standards is grounds for serious disciplinary action with the possibility of dismissal from the University, dismissal from employment, suspension or such other action as the University deems necessary and appropriate.* I agree

Certain practices are forbidden in Scripture and will not be tolerated in the lives of members of the University community. Those practices include pornography, sexual relationships outside of marriage (promiscuity in any form), cohabitation and homosexuality. Also, the University prohibits the drinking of alcoholic beverages, the use of tobacco and non-medical drugs, and gambling in any form. Also prohibited are any form of theft, dishonesty (including cheating and plagiarism) and civil disobedience (except in those rare cases that civil disobedience is warranted by an honestly held religious principle and informed conscience, if such action is taken after consultation with Church leaders). Sinful practices such as jealousy, pride, gossip, slander, profanity, vulgarity and greed are inconsistent with the goals of a Christian life style and are likewise, to be avoided by all members of the community.

Members of the North Central community are expected to practice restraint and discretion in their participation in all forms of entertainment. Nothing should be viewed or listened to which is in conflict with standards maintained by the Assemblies of God. This standard applies to all entertainment, including live theater, dance, television, movie theaters, videos, radio and music.* I agree

North Central University encourages all members of the University community to act with discretion in choice of dress. Our standards of dress incorporate obedience to the Biblical principles that we be modest in all things, that we do not offend in any way, and that we glorify God in everything. Our concern is that clothing of all types is characterized by modesty, neatness, cleanliness and appropriateness for a Christian community (see the Student Life Guide for student dress code and the Faculty and Staff manuals for faculty and staff dress codes).

Community life at North Central University should be marked by careful consistent demonstration of Christian love and service to others, concern for evangelism and world missions, honesty, personal integrity, recognition of the rights of others, defense and advocacy of justice and glorifying God in all thought and action. Any type of discrimination against other racial or ethnic groups is forbidden, as is personal or sexual harassment of any nature. The University expects all students, faculty, staff and other members of the University to remove from their behavior, speech habits and thinking, as much as possible, all indication of racial or ethnic bias. Racism in any form will not be tolerated within the North Central University community.

North Central University community life is exemplified by, and takes as its model, the life of Christ. Dedication to the pursuit of excellence, forbearance for one another and daily commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord by continued study and obedience to Scripture in all areas of life remains our guiding light.* I agree

North Central University is a Christ-centered institution, and all employees are expected to live in accordance with our Christian Community Life Standards listed above. With that in mind, would you be willing to share your personal faith journey and how your relationship with Christ influences your daily life and work? **

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