Title: Admissions Counselor

State Role Title: Administrative - Lecturer

Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia State University

Location: Virginia State University

Agency Website: vsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Recruits and counsels prospective students and parents to meet recruitment goals.

Provides recruiting and counseling services to obtain 2800 completed applications, by the end of each recruitment season. Prepares travel documents within three days of completing travel, with 100% accuracy in accordance with state travel regulations with no more than 1 verified late document.

Reviews and evaluates applications to develop an enrollment candidacy pool.

Develops and coordinates on and off campus events to engage VCAN candidates and other Virginia residents. Develop and maintain connections with the Virginia community on and off campus.

Develop and conduct 2 unique events to engage VCAN eligible students, faculty and community, including other Virginia residents.

Assists with yearly communication plan to include social media, email and telephone (Zoom) with admitted students.

Weekly check of registered students major, AP/IB, dual enrollment credit or financial aid status.

Conduct tours, presentations and other admissions programs, provide information and customer service to attract and secure potential students.

Minimum Qualifications

. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and/or Competencies required to successfully perform the work:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures
• Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to compose and edit professional correspondences and reports
• Extensive experience and high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining electronic data and physical files
• Possess skill and knowledge CRM Recruit, SLATE & Banner
• Excellent organization skills and ability to set priorities
• Ability to deal effectively with others, working in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work independently to complete multiple assignments with little or no direction

Additional Considerations

Previous experience using a CRM & Slate system and work experience in enrollment management/student affairs is preferred.

Special Instructions

You must include a current resume/c.v. and a letter of interest in your application. Three (3) letters of recommendation and official transcripts will be required before hire. (faculty only)

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.

Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship, and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements. 

Contact Information

Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo

Phone: 804-524-5083

Email: bnyarko-brentuo@vsu.edu

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.