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41733BR

Extended Job Title:

Admissions Counselor - Visitors Center

Position Description:

Represents Texas Tech University both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, staff and faculty of area high schools and community colleges to attract quality applicants and achieve enrollment goals. Coordinates and contributes to the success of various visit schedules for area high school and community colleges in the assigned area. Plans assigned recruiting events and program. Counsels prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the university. Title is reserved for use in the TTU Undergraduate Admissions department.

Requisition ID:

41733BR

Travel Required:

Up to 75%

Major/Essential Functions:

+ Represent Texas Tech University at high school and community college day/night programs in the Lubbock area as needed.

+ Partner with Alumni Association, Parent and Family Relations, and other campus community offices in university side student recruitment efforts.

+ Assist the Visitors Center with daily campus visits and on-campus recruitment events.

+ Assist with coordination and facilitation of group campus tours.

+ Assess and generate market approaches and evaluate potential student markets to achieve stated university recruitment goals.

+ Communicate effectively with the prospective students, parents, and counselors through meetings and admission presentations in office, at school visits, or during college/high school school programs.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

3333.33

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

M-F / 8-5 evening and weekend programs as required

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid driver's license. Experience in recruitment or admissions desirable. Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred. Public Relations experience. Must be approved to drive state fleet vehicles.

Department:

Undergraduate Admissions

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Academic Support Professionals

Occasional Duties:

+ Evening and weekend programming.

+ Serve as a representative of Undergraduate Admissions within the University and local community.

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree plus one year related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal five years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.