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Tarleton State University Regional Admissions Counselor - West Texas/Panhandle (Lubbock) in Stephenville, Texas
Job Title
Regional Admissions Counselor - West Texas/Panhandle (Lubbock)
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Undergraduate Recruitment
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Regional Admissions Counselor – West Texas/Panhandle will represent Tarleton State University both on and off campus, under general supervision. This position is responsible for contributing to the University’s strategic enrollment goals for our student population. The functionality of this position includes but is not limited to the job responsibilities listed below.
The Regional Admissions Counselor must live in the Lubbock area and be able to occasionally travel to various locations across the state. Normal work hours are Monday to Friday; from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or as business needs indicate. This position requires a flexible work schedule which at times will require frequent attendance during evenings and weekends. Additional hours may be required during peak periods.
60% Recruitment and Travel
Identifies and recruits prospective undergraduate students that include high school students, community college students, and working adults.
Promotes and recruits for the academic programs that are located at each Tarleton location including Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, RELLIS-Bryan and Online.
Coordinates plans to attend recruitment events such as college fairs, presentations, and other visits to high schools and community colleges.
Provides admissions sessions and presentations for small and large groups.
Meets recruitment goals in assigned territory.
Represents the University at annual recruitment events hosted by professional organizations, such as Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO), Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC), and National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).
Abides by the regulations set by professional organizations at sanctioned events.
Provides guidance to high school, transfer and nontraditional students throughout the application and enrollment process.
Coordinates recruitment initiatives with high school counselors, transfer coordinators, college advisers, faculty and staff throughout the application process.
Provides general knowledge about admissions, Texas Success Initiative (TSI), financial aid, scholarships, veteran services, advising, housing and orientation.
Provides general knowledge about all academic programs, student organizations and University services.
Transports necessary materials and displays to and from events.
30% Administrative
Corresponds with prospective students via phone, email and mail communications.
Completes detailed event reports and maintains recruitment records.
Uses a Customer-Relationships Management system (Salesforce) for communicating with prospective students, logging communications, creating reports and maintaining an updated data base.
Responsible for arranging appropriate travel accommodations for rental vehicles, lodging, and meals.
Completes expense reports for approved travel payments after each trip.
10% Other
Schedules and guides campus visits for prospective students, parents, school personnel, alumni, partners and other special guests.
Contributes to on-campus events related to recruitment, admissions and enrollment such as campus preview days, open house events, and orientations.
Continuously stays current on university revisions and topics related to higher education.
Contributes ideas for marketing materials, updating presentation content and constructing email blasts.
Coordinates virtual college fairs, virtual presentations and online information sessions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
This Regional Admissions Counselor must live in the Lubbock area and be able to occasionally travel to Stephenville and other campus locations throughout the year. Must be able to work from home with internet connectivity and store necessary boxes of recruitment materials.
The selected candidate will be required to spend their first week in Stephenville for orientation, training, and onboarding.
This position may be required to drive their own vehicle to attend admissions, recruitment, and enrollment events. The University will provide mileage reimbursement in alignment with state regulations.
Required Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-One (1) year of experience in higher education, recruitment, sales, marketing, event management, territory management, or communications.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must have the ability to travel to a variety of work locations. Must be able to work a flexible schedule beyond normal office hours, including evening and occasional weekend hours. Must be prepared to travel frequently with overnight stays. Ability to lift 50 pounds and endure long periods of standing. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally through both written and verbal communications. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Must be detail oriented and have a strong customer service philosophy.
Preferred Knowledge and Experience:
Experience using Salesforce or CRM products; Previous public speaking experience; Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Familiar with Banner by Ellucian, Student Information System; Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Salary :
Commensurate with experience
The target base annual salary is $ 45,000 ma y be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to t h e mini m um requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits ar e also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits
Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/)
Doctoral Educational Assistance
Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)
Fully covered employee health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement and Insurance programs
Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)
Paid sick leave
Holiday pay
Vacation
Longevity pay
Paid Birthday Leave
Other
Complimentary tickets to all A thletic and P erforming F ine A rts events
Employee Wellness Release Time
Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
and other Tarleton Discounts
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and “ Submit ” the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include:
Completed online application
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.
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Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .