<p>Position Title Admissions Counselor Non-Discrimination Statement</p> <p>The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.</p> <p>Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.</p> <p>The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:</p> <p>Elizabeth M. Garcia</p> <p>Title IX Coordinator</p> <p>The Office of Equity and Diversity</p> <p>Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315</p> <p>elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu</p> <p>(570) 941-6645</p> <p>https://www.scranton.edu/equity-diversity/</p> <p>The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.</p> <p>University Mission</p> <p>The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University's mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.</p> <p>Department Admissions Job Purpose</p> <p>Responsible for the recruitment of new students to The University of Scranton and support multiple admissions office and university operations, policies and procedures</p> <p>Position requires 8-12 weeks of full-time travel in the Fall and 6-8 weeks of part-time travel in the Spring.</p> <p>Essential Duties</p> <ul> <li>Recruit new students </li><li>Manage a respective travel territories; responsible for territory analysis, decision making and planning of the territory </li><li>Have an in-depth knowledge about the university </li><li>Interpret and apply common admissions and financial aid practices and procedures </li><li>Give large and small group presentations </li><li>Conduct prospective student interviews </li><li>Maintain existing/develop new relationships with influencers </li><li>Visit high schools and attend college fairs, requiring 8-12 weeks of full-time travel in the Fall and 6-8 weeks of part-time travel in the Spring; report on travel productivity and travel expenses </li><li>Conduct phone calls to prospective students and answer incoming phone calls and emails of students, counselors, parents and any other influencers </li><li>Attend on and off campus receptions and programs for prospective students, parents and influencers </li><li>Independently review and render decisions on freshmen applications; evaluate and judge the academic credentials and other relevant factors </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills Required</p> <ul> <li>MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency </li><li>Excellent verbal and communication skills </li><li>Excellent public speaking skills </li><li>Excellent critical thinking skills </li><li>Ability to use discretionary judgment </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills </li><li>Excellent planning and organizational skills </li><li>Ability to work in a fast paced team environment </li><li>Ability to travel </li><li>Available to work evenings/weekends </li><li>Goal oriented and high energy </li><li>Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission </li></ul> <p>Minimum Education Requirements</p> <p>Bachelor's degree</p> <p>Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Customer service </li><li>Knowledge of a Jesuit Education </li><li>Knowledge of the University of Scranton or higher education administration experience </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience University Classification Professional FLSA Classification Exempt Schedule/Work Hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required. Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 12</p> <p>Posting Details</p> <p>Posting Details</p> <p>Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Number S0945P Open Date 06/24/2025 Close Date 07/28/2025 Open Until Filled No</p>