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About the Role

The Admissions Counselor is responsible for advising prospective undergraduate students and their families/supporters on admission matters, assisting with the recruitment, selection, and yield of first-year and transfer students, event support and implementation, and assisting in the implementation of communications content and updates.

Responsibilities

Advise prospective and continuing students on how to apply for admission.
Travel to represent the University as a recruiter, liaison with alumni or employers, at conferences or other related activities.
Assist with content development and maintenance for all digital and print materials related to admissions and recruitment.
Plan and coordinate events, including student open-houses, visits, tours, and off-site receptions.
Work closely with faculty, alumni, administration, and current students to coordinate their participation in events.
Produce written materials relating to events.
Follow up with applicants and others as necessary to assure all factors are considered.
Assist in identifying and recruitment of high-quality candidates and students in priority groups.
Provide assistance to the Director in long-range planning and admission strategies and operations.
Gather data about incoming and current students for reporting purposes.
Serve as a point of contact for prospective students and their families/supporters.
Provide timely, detailed, and well-crafted responses to mail, email, phone, and web inquiries.
Counsel and advise prospective students on admission matters, course selection, and academic preparation.
Help applicants and their supporters better understand admissions decisions.
Assist with content development for College of Human Ecology admissions digital and print materials.
Assist the College of Human Ecology Admissions Colleagues on the creation and implementation of first year and transfer recruitment and yield plans.
Participate in and represent CHE on college and university-wide committees.
Work through the admissions process utilizing the Slate CRM system and adapt to other platforms as needed.
Review and evaluate first year and transfer applications.
Identify and recommend applicants for further consideration by the Admissions Committee.
Foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming.
Show respect, compassion, and empathy.
Engage and support others regardless of background or perspective.
Speak up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately.
Support work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 2 – 3 years of experience working in an advising/counseling role in higher education admissions, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Commitment to supporting students and families from broad backgrounds through the admissions process.
Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Effective time management, organizational, and prioritization capabilities.
Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail, and to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually to achieve established goals within tight deadlines.
Aptitude and ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, faculty, and alumni.
Positive, curious, inventive, and resourceful, with a strong work ethic!
Open to feedback and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated maturity, integrity, judgment, and professional etiquette.
Knowledgeable about current computer systems, software applications, data analysis, and social media.
Must possess sound judgment, ability to respond in a professional manner, and demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality in working effectively with all constituents.
High level of discretion and sound judgment with confidential information.
Commitment to CHE’s vision and mission.
Demonstrated service orientation.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
No relocation assistance is provided for this position.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to effectively counsel prospective students and families
Deliver engaging presentations
Craft clear, compelling written content
Experience in college admissions or student advising
Reviewing and selecting first year and transfer applicants
Excellent organizational and project management abilities
Proficiency with technology
CRM systems like Slate
Digital communication tools
Slate CRM system
Customer relationship management (CRM) systems in higher education such as Slate
Experience presenting to groups
Knowledge of holistic admissions process for selective to highly selective US universities
Data analysis
Social media

Location

Ithaca, NY

Work Type

Full-time
Benefits eligible
Seasonal hybrid work arrangement

Experience Level

Minimum of 2 – 3 years of experience working in an advising/counseling role in higher education admissions, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

$65,447.00 - $75,632.00

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study
Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program

About the Company

The College of Human Ecology (CHE) Undergraduate Admissions Team practices highly-selective admissions and takes a mission-focused approach to the comprehensive recruitment and review of our deep, diverse, and talented applicant pool.
Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds.
We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.”

Equal Opportunity

No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or be subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
We’re an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.