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Job Title

Admissions Counselor II

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Office Of Undergraduate Admissions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

Learn more information here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQR4HbGJu0) !

PURPOSE

The Admissions Counselor II, under general supervision, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of applicants, admitted, and enrolled students. Serves as a mentor, coordinates travel schedules and recruitment strategies/assignments, and develops recruiting plans. This position is housed on campus and will require travel.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Student Recruitment, Admissions & Travel

Percent Effort: 60%

+ Advise all prospective students on admission requirements, enrollment information, academic offerings, and opportunities available to them at TAMU-CC.

+ Build relationships and partnerships with high school counselors, community college representatives, and community organizations throughout the Coastal Bend and the state.

+ Visit schools in the Coastal Bend and other areas of Texas to offer presentations and host admissions events. Attend college fairs, signing days, and other requests that require TAMU-CC participation.

+ Recruit undergraduate students during the Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) recruiting season in Coastal Bend and other regions across the state.

+ Develop and implement recruitment programs and strategies to attract prospective students and yield admitted students.

+ Participate in campus preview events, recruitment programs, trainings, etc.

+ Reconcile monthly travel statements and billings.

+ This position is not limited to assisting Coastal Bend students, this position will also assist students from areas of Texas/the country that need guidance.

Functional Area 2: Communicate

Percent Effort: 30%

+ Communicate with students, counselors, and parents about student information regarding their application statuses and admission files.

+ Send monthly reports to high school partners to ensure counselors are aware of their students’ statuses.

+ Use text messaging, phone calls, emails, and postal mail to connect with students, parents, and counselors.

+ Prepare weekly recruitment reports for the Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

Functional Area 3: Coordinate Programs

Percent Effort 10%

+ Coordinate and host recruitment and admission events in the region to collect applications and yield students.

+ Coordinate with alumni to assist with recruitment initiatives.

+ Coordinate the Coastal Bend and other TACRAO college fair schedules for team members to attend.

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor’s degree.

+ One (1) year of related experience.

+ Additional experience may be used as a substitute for the minimum education requirement:

+ Associate’s and 3 years of related experience .

+ Ability to travel and work irregular hours including weekends.

+ Strong public speaking and presentation, customer service, and communication (written and verbal) skills.

+ Intermediate skills with personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Demonstrated ability to plan, and organize events.

+ Ability to learn TAMU-CC admissions, academic offerings, services, and student opportunities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience in admissions, student recruiting, student affairs, for college relations.

+ Documented excellence in a profession role, dealing one-on-one with people on a daily basis in a dynamic and service-oriented environment.

+ Experience with Banner Student Information System, CRM Software, and other enrollment applications like Argos, Laserfiche, etc.

SALARY: Up to $3,657.33 monthly ($43,888 Annual, Approximately)

NOTE: This position has the possibility to be hybrid (partially remote)

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE: (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

+ Medical

+ $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

+ Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

+ Employee and Spouse

+ Employee and Children

+ Employee and Family coverage

+ Dental & Vision

+ Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/dual-career-partner/index.php)

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/eap.php)

+ Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

+ Public Loan Forgiveness

+ Book scholarships

+ 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) :

+ Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

+ Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) :

+ 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

+ 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

+ 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

+ 12-15 paid holidays each year.

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.