Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Admissions: Minnesota Regional and Out-of-State Admissions

The Division of Enrollment Management invites applications for an energetic and highly motivated admission professional to join our recruitment team. This position is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota preferred, and will have primary travel responsibilities recruiting in Minnesota and Wisconsin, while also managing out-of-state applications. This is a full-time, 12-month exempt (salaried) position.

Position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Represent the University to prospective students and the general public with the highest degree of professionalism through various outreach programs and recruitment activitiesCommunicate regularly with prospects and applicants, documenting all communicationManage an individual travel schedule to engage and inform prospective students and their families, as well as develop positive educational partnerships and working relationships Identify, recruit, and contribute to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students in designated regionsAdvise prospective students and family members about admission criteria, the financial assistance process, and other critical factors in the college decision processParticipate in a variety of projects and events related to student recruitment both on and off campusReview and assess applications and make university admission and scholarship recommendationsGenerate creative ways to introduce applicants to Bradley UniversityAnalyze current and historical admissions results and trends within the geographic territory and develop and implement strategies to surpass enrollment goalsUtilize CRM Slate to maintain updated records and communication with students, parents and school counselors

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree requiredAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to establish positive public relations for Bradley University; and to interact effectively with a wide variety of peopleDiscretion and good judgment are essential as the admissions counselor reviews sensitive admission materials and communicates policy and procedureAbility to manage stress in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and a high volume of work that is prioritized dailyAbility to resolve problems and to develop relevant alternatives and recommendationsExcellent customer service and interactive skillsHigh level of accuracy and organizationAbility to work effectively independently and in a team environmentEfficient and accurate use of Microsoft applications

Working Conditions:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Evenings and weekends occasionally requiredAbility to work remote adequately with ability to travel periodically to campusWillingness and ability to travel; a valid driver’s license, able to lift and carry marketing/promotional materials (up to 50 lbs.)

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.  

Applications will begin being reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.   Application materials will not be accepted through third party web sites.

Employment at Bradley University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students’ opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.