Dominican University New York is currently seeking a dynamic, goal-oriented Freshman Admissions Counselor to assist the University in achieving its student enrollment goals. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Freshman Admissions Counselor will participate primarily in all aspects of freshman admissions operations, including but not limited to the evaluation of applicant credentials and scholarship recommendations, visiting secondary schools, presenting to students/parents/counselors, involvement in special events and group tours, and collaboration with Financial Aid and other offices on campus, cultivation of relationships with students, parents/guardians and high school counselors.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Excellent written and verbal communications skills; well-developed organizational and time management skills; computer expertise in Microsoft Applications; ability to travel regularly, with occasional evening, weekend, and overnight assignments as needed; valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle; high degree of personal motivation, self-management and detail orientation. Previous admissions experience, fluency in Spanish, and Slate experience is a plus.
Dominican University New York is a private institution with approximately 2,000 students and 400 faculty and staff. Our heritage stresses the humanistic value of a Liberal Arts education, a commitment to social justice, and a strong belief in the need for integrity and community engagement, all in the service of preparing students to reach their potential as responsible citizens who enrich the world in which we live.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to email their resumes and cover letters to humanresources@dc.edu
Dominican University New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence through equity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law.
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