Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title Admissions Counselor

Position Number 819928

Appointment Type Time Limited - Full Time

Tenure Track No

FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

If time limited, duration date 09/30/2023

Position Overview

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions admits and serves an eligible, diverse student population regionally, nationally, and internationally. It embraces the university’s commitment to attain the quality of students who are able to matriculate and graduate. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions also maintains the integrity of the admissions process; thus ensuring efficient and systematic evaluation of credentials. Through multiple admissions strategies, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions works to ensure that eligible student have access to higher education.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position will support the Undergraduate Admissions Office’s commitment to recruiting, evaluating, and enrolling a talented and diverse student body that enables NCCU to achieve its mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proven excellence in verbal and written communication. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one settings, as well as in small and large group situations, to a variety of audiences. Ability to prioritize tasks, plan work within the larger contest of known program goals, make thoughtful decisions, and work independently on occasion. Proficiency in MS Office Applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience in using a student information system (BANNER, DATATEL, AdmissionPros, etc.). Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Excellent customer service, oral communication, and interpersonal skills to deal effectively, with a broad range of administrators, staff, faculty, students, and visitors. Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects. Review and manage student applications including contacting applicants regarding procedure compliance, offering guidance, and to ensure on-time submission of required components. Posses the ability to implement recruitment strategies. Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations. Ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality of all information, files, and records via the BANNER system preferred. Be able and willing to travel frequently

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of admissions experience preferred. Degree must be received from an appropriately accredited institution. Experience involving public contact, oral and written communication and the interpretation of policies and procedures preferable in higher education, the field of teaching, student services or a related educational capacity is preferred. Candidate must poses a valid driver’s license

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Primary responsibility is student recruitment and data functions with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Reviews, authenticates and makes official admissions decision on behalf of the university. Conducts research on assigned territories and performs analysis of admissions eligibility. Implements recruitment strategies as outlined in the admissions plan in the assigned territory to include high school and community college visits.

Function Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Take on additional recruitment market area: State of South Carolina. Serves at the MAR (Eagle In Flight) Coordinator which is heavily involved in data management and student/family follow up for this state approved program.

Function Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Increase responsibilities with admissions processing; ie, make decisions for additional alphabets. Conducts research on assigned territories and performs analysis of admissions eligibility. Implements recruitment strategies as outlined in the admissions eligibility. Implements recruitment strategies as outlined in the admissions plan in the assigned territory to include high school and community college visits.

Function Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Serve as the Alumni Liaison who is responsible for scheduling and conducting our heavily involved HEART training for our alumni, faculty and staff. Also maintain data, certifies trainees and responds to admissions material requests of our certified members.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA02888P

Open Date 04/17/2024

Date desired for closing or initial review

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Date Position Available

Special Instructions to Applicants

NCCU will be recruiting for two (2) positions total: 819928, 617375

Applicants only need to apply once to be considered for either of the (2) positions. Applicants who have already applied, need not reapply to be considered.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

2. Cover Letter

3. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)

4. List of References

Optional Documents

1. DD-214 (Veterans Only)

2. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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