Job Description

Admissions Counselor II

Agency: Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Job Location: San Antonio, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description:

The Admissions Counselor II, under general supervision, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted, enrolled, and underrepresented students. Serves as a mentor, coordinates travel schedules and assignments, and develops recruiting plans.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted, enrolled, and underrepresented students.
• Develops an effective plan for recruiting in the assigned area(s) and schools.
• Coordinates with high school counselors to facilitate the applications process.
• Tracks and follows up with targeted students and parents.
• Advises prospective students about admissions statuses, policies, and office programs.
• Develops working relationships with TAMUS members, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction. Disseminates admissions information.
• Conducts on and off campus public speaking and maintains related records.
• Reviews admission applications and assists in conducting third reviews of applications.
• Works directly with applicants and their parents to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admissions denials.
• Completes reports on programs/projects. Proposes, organizes, plans and coordinates events including accommodations, itineraries, meals, speakers, and records.
• Coordinates major office programs. Serves on office committees.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field.
• One (1) year of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of admissions functions of higher education.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Applicant Requirement Instructions:

Please make sure to provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV
• Professional References

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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