Mercer University

Admissions Counselor

Atlanta, GA 30341

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago

Computer VisionHRISLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingMentoringPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen.
Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.
You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

Manage the recruitment of qualified students by participating, as needed, through feeder institution visits and presentations, general college fairs, corporate visits, open houses, Chamber events, etc.
Meet with area employers and Mercer alumni in support of new student recruitment.
Recommend to Director of Adult Undergraduate Admissions, policy and practices designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the admissions office. Assist with the strategic planning activities of the offices of admissions.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required.
Candidates should have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications for letters, mailings, etc.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time in order to meet and exceed set goals, and willingness to go beyond what is required to meet goals.
Ability to be dedicated to the mission of Mercer University and to strengthening the University's relationship with the internal and external University community.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required. Candidates who have prior experience in admissions/recruitment or a similar sales oriented role preferred. Candidates should have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications for letters, mailings, etc.
Knows how to use Microsoft Office products to maintain accurate prospect management.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written abilities that positively reflect upon Mercer University with diverse populations, which are vital to the success of this position.
Availability to travel to event locations (sometimes driving long distances requiring overnight stays) during early morning, evening, and weekend hours as needed.
Capability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Candidates who have prior experience in admissions/recruitment or a similar sales oriented role preferred.

Polished presentation/public speaking skills, fine-tuned organization, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to conduct interviews and presentations to prospective students and their families.
Ability to understand the specific needs of working adult students.
Demonstrates a dynamic and approachable personality with the ability to engage and connect with a diverse student body.
Ability to understand marketing and advertising development and strategies.
Demonstrates proficiency with appropriate technologies.
Ability to meet appropriate situations with a creative response.
Ability to be open to seek and learn new and better ways to achieve the goals and needs of the University.

This listing is sourced directly from Mercer University's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.