About the Job
A key member of the admissions team, an Admissions Counselor
must be enthusiastic, highly-motivated, and have the ability to articulate the values and objectives of a liberal arts institution to
attract, recruit, and admit prepared students to the University of Minnesota Morris. The individual selected will represent Morris to the
public providing high quality service to prospective students and their families and collaborating with members of the campus to support
students and advance efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive environment at UMM. The duties of the position will require travel,
including extended overnight stays, and flexible evening and weekend hours.
Job Summary
The Office of
Admissions at the University of Minnesota Morris is accepting applications for 1-2 Admissions Counselor positions. A key member of the
admissions team, an Admissions Counselor must be enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have the ability to articulate the values and
objectives of a liberal arts institution to attract, recruit, and admit prepared students to the University of Minnesota Morris. The
individual selected will represent Morris to the public and provide high quality service to prospective students and their families. The
individual will collaborate with members of the campus to support students and advance efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive
environment at UMN Morris. The duties of the position will require travel, including extended overnight stays, and flexible evening and
weekend hours.
Territory Management (50%)
- Designs a recruitment plan tailored for assigned territory to meet
short-term and long-term goals. - Plans and executes territory management plan, conducting student recruitment/outreach activities on
and off campus as well as virtually. - Monitors student behavior trends in territory and adjusts recruiting plan
accordingly. - Reviews applications and makes admissions decisions based on academic requirements and program choice compatibility.
- Engages in extensive phone calls to applicants within assigned recruitment territory.
- Meet individual recruitment goals and
objectives.
General Recruitment (35%)
- Plans and participates in recruitment and enrollment activities,
including: open houses, regional presentations, orientation programs, career days, regional and national college fairs, scholarship days,
virtual events. - Meets with prospective students and parents to provide individual counseling on educational options and
alternatives. - Represents Morris at on and off campus events as needed.
- Anticipates and responds to the needs of guests
from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Marketing/Brand Building (10%)
- Builds brand awareness and reputation
in prospective student and parent audiences. - Develops and presents public presentations designed to promote the University.
- Models and promotes respect and effective partnerships in advancing Morris’s efforts to build an inclusive, respectful campus
community.
Other (5%)
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Designs a recruitment plan tailored for assigned territory to meet short-term and long-term goals
- Plans and
executes territory management plan, conducting student recruitment/outreach activities on and off campus as well as virtually - Plans
and participates in recruitment and enrollment activities, including: open houses, regional presentations, orientation programs, career
days, regional and national college fairs, scholarship days, virtual events - Builds brand awareness and reputation in prospective
student and parent audiences - Develops and presents public presentations designed to promote the University
- Meets with
prospective students and parents to provide individual counseling on educational options - Monitors student behavior trends in
territory and adjusts recruiting plan accordingly - Reviews applications and makes admissions decisions based on academic
requirements and program choice compatibility - Engages in extensive phone calls, email and text outreach to applicants within
assigned recruitment territory - Represents Morris at on and off campus events as needed
- Meets individual recruitment goals
and objectives - Anticipates and responds to the needs of guests from diverse cultures and backgrounds
- Models and promotes
respect and effective partnerships in advancing Morris’s efforts to build an inclusive, respectful campus community - Performs other
duties as assigned
This is a full-time, twelve month, annually renewable, academic and administrative staff appointment. The
position reports to the Director of Admissions.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience, or master’s degree.
- Demonstrated understanding and
strong commitment to the value of a liberal arts education, or ability to quickly obtain such knowledge - Demonstrated commitment to
building a diverse, inclusive campus and living community - Excellent public speaking and writing skills, and strong organizational
skills - Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Demonstrated
commitment to recruiting a diverse student population - Ability to travel a minimum of 12 weeks annually, including extended overnight
stays, and flexible evening and weekend hours - Valid driver’s license
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (or
qualifications)
- Previous experience in college admission, college counseling, or in related areas of higher
education - Experience as undergraduate admissions intern, student ambassador or student volunteer experience will be
considered - Knowledge and experience using social media tools
- Ability to work under pressure, in a team atmosphere, and with
a minimum of direct supervision - Appointment Details
About the Department
The Office of Admissions
is the primary source of information about the University of Minnesota Morris for prospective students. The office recruits and admits
students and facilitates the connection to the University faculty and staff to discuss programs in which a student is interested. In
addition, it represents and markets the campus through electronic communications and printed brochures and material regarding all phases of
the institution and its policies and programs.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range:
$42,500; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 75%-100%
Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding
benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays,
and generous time off - Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
Regents Tuition Benefit Program - Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy
plans - Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and
employer-paid life insurance - Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
(PSLF) opportunity - Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at
no cost
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please
click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and
attach a cover letter and resume finalist will need to provide 3 references.
Additional documents may be attached
after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments”
section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu
or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and
inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to
attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age,
marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn
more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment
Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is
that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)
The
University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top
public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad,
and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable,
environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.
At
the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best
Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer
for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).