Graduate Admissions Counselor

George Fox University's Graduate Admissions department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated team player to fill the role of Graduate Admissions Counselor and join their customer-focused, sales-oriented, and values-driven team to make a significant impact on the lives of students working towards their lifelong dreams.

About the Job:

A Graduate Admissions Counselor is the first stop in the educational journey of students coming to George Fox! In our vibrant, Christian, academic community our strong sense of mission and purpose creates an opportunity for a creative, courageous, and strategic go-getter to thrive and make a significant impact on the lives of students who want to accomplish their life-long dreams. They will journey with prospective students through the discernment and application process for George Fox graduate and adult degree programs and share their expertise of academic programs to guide students from inquiry to enrollment.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Embracing the opportunity to represent the University in a positive and professional manner as the first point of engagement for prospective students. (20%)
• Building relationships with prospective students to understand their nuanced educational journey while encouraging them to consider George Fox. (20%)
• Gaining expert knowledge about academic programs in order to best counsel students in their education decision process. (20%)
• Helping prospective students understand the requirements to apply for a program of study. (20%)
• Planning and coordinating prospective and admitted student-centered events such as information sessions, campus tours, and interview days. (20%)
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
• Other duties as assigned.
• *See the full job description attached for more information!

A day in the life of this position:

As a Graduate Admissions Counselor, you'll have the incredible opportunity to be a master strategist and play a vital role in shaping the future of George Fox University! You'll get to develop, implement, and analyze recruitment plans to attract the best-fit students and showcase the unique strengths and values of our programs to potential students. You'll collaborate with the wider Admissions team, faculty, staff, and alumni to maximize your impact and leave a lasting impression on prospective students. You'll have the chance to create engaging correspondence, informative presentations, and host interactive information meetings and interview events that will allow students to gain valuable insights. You'll be responsible for implementing follow-up strategies that will ensure prospective students are kept informed and engaged throughout the admissions process!

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience fostering equity and inclusion for a diverse population of students and employees.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience building rapport with internal and external constituents.
• A passion for learning and an eagerness to grow and develop.
• Skills utilizing Google and Microsoft Suite of products.
• The ability to be a self-starter and a resourceful problem-solver.
• Effective organizational skills and dependability.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attribute:

• Sales Experience

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE) - Monday through Friday
• Primary Work Location: Portland Center Campus
  *Hybrid scheduling available after a training period
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment
• Supervisor: Associate Director of Graduate and Adult Degree Admissions

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.