Admission Counselor/ Assistant Director of Admission - Sewanee

Primary Function: 

Serve as a recruiter for the University and work closely with interested students planning to apply to the school through travel, interviews, application review, and correspondence. 

Responsible for the development and implementation of admission recruitment activities in the assigned recruitment area, including high school visits, college nights/days college fairs, off-campus interviews, receptions, counselor functions, etc.

This position receives general supervision. Broad instructions are provided and the staff member uses judgment and experience to carry out assignments. Completed assignments and finished products are reviewed by the supervisor after completion.

Position Appointment Details:

• Career Band: 2B/2C (Depending on education and years of experience)
• Full-Time
• Salary position 

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

Support on-campus recruitment activities by actively participating (offering advice, taking on responsibilities for parts of programming such as information sessions, etc.) in daily and special events.

Specific office duties will depend on the skill level and interest of the new hire.

Other duties as assigned.

Machines & Equipment Used: 

• PC and Mac 
• Digital Scanner 
• Printer 
• Copier 
• Fax
• Telephone
• Voicemail System

Judgment Required: 

Judgment and discretion as to the use of established policies are required to perform the essential duties of this position.

Budgetary Responsibility: 

Monitors expenditures against budget and prepares budget data for review/approval by supervisor/department head.

Personal Interaction/Communication:

• Student Contact: Frequently.
• Internal: Daily.
• External: Frequently.

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree (preferably from a liberal arts college).

Experience:  

• 1-3 years of experience in college admission and recruitment is desirable but not required. 
• Experience with various CRM platforms is preferred, but not required. (Slate, Banner, etc.).

Job-Related Skills:

• The ability to articulate the values and objectives of a liberal arts institution; 
• Excellent public speaking and writing skills; 
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; 
• Experience and proficiency with information technologies, including database management and web-based initiatives; and 
• A commitment to a private liberal arts and sciences education.

Supplemental Information

Confidential Information: 

• Student records, 
• Organization plans and, 
• Financial statements.

Working Environment: 

Normal office environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift between 11-20 pounds (Lightwork).
• Must be able to carry between 11-20 pounds (Lightwork).

Any additional requirements specific to this position:

The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish. 

If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or email us at hr@sewanee.edu. 

DEI Institutional Statement:

At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry. We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of the South is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.