Represents the University in new student recruitment and participates in the evaluation of applicants. Participates in recruitment activities and projects, both in and out of state.
Candidates must live in the state of NJ. Most recruitment travel will occur in the following counties: Mercer, Monmouth, Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, Warren, Union, Morris, Sussex, Passaic, Bergen, and Hudson. Day-to-day travel/coverage is required.
Provides a wide array of consultative services to prospective students, their families, and cultivates and maintains key relationships.
- Participates in admissions committees to determine student applicants’ admissibility to the University and monitors progress of applicants.
- Travels within territory for recruitment activities such as conducting information sessions at high schools, community colleges, college fairs, and community-based organizations.
- Participates in or coordinates activities on special projects as assigned by the supervisor to accomplish established objectives.
- Prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently. Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Actively involved in at least one state ACAC and local regional association is strongly encouraged.
- Promote and support diversity programs in the workplace.
- Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required.
- Periodic travel to Pittsburgh will be required.
Mobility with regard to travel within the United States is essential and a requirement for successful performance in this position. Valid driver’s license is required. May be required to carry a box of material (up to 50 lbs.) from car and/or from building to building or between floors.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Job Details
- Assignment Category: Full-time regular
- Job Classification: Staff.Admissions Counselor III
- Job Family: Academic & Student Services
- Job Sub-Family: Admissions, Enrollment, & Recruitment
- Campus: Pittsburgh
- Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
- Substitution in lieu of education or experience: No
- Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: Preferred experience: 3-5 years admissions or recruitment experience
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends will be required
- Work Arrangement: Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).
- Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
- Relocation Offered: No
- Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
- Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
- Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
- Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
- Optional Documents: Not Applicable