Job Details

Status: Full-time, Benefit eligible

Bushnell University Overview

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

Job Summary:

The Admission Counselor for graduate programs is responsible for recruiting and on-boarding prospective students to Bushnell. Admission Counselors are assigned recruitment, marketing and outreach responsibilities geared towards specific academic programs. This position is responsible for recruiting prospective students for enrollment in the Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Education, Master of Arts in School Counseling, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and other program/endorsement areas for the School of Education, accurately answering program-related questions for new prospects and assisting prospects with the application process. This position is measured on performance of overall objectives and goals set by the Dean of Admission and the Director of Online & Graduate Admission.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute marketing and recruiting activities for Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Education, Master of Arts in School Counseling, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Education certificate programs, and others as assigned.
• Work with the Director of Online & Graduate Admission, Dean of Admission and Academic Deans to develop and implement a strategic enrollment plan and facilitate enrollment goals for designated programs.
• Participate in the development of promotional materials including letters, brochures and fliers.
• Develop and maintain community and organizational relationships that will assist in the program development and recruitment of students; connect Bushnell University with schools, organizations, service organizations, and businesses for the purpose of recruiting students; develop and maintain relationships within target markets.
• Travel to various cities/locations to recruit students and make presentations to/at businesses, organizations, service organizations, career fairs, conferences, and schools; participate in employment and college fairs; answer questions regarding the admission process and the University; make travel and lodging arrangements as necessary.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key professional groups in the target market.
• Coordinate campus events pertaining to recruitment efforts and associated strategy.
• Generate inquiries and applications; identify, recruit, meet with, and respond to questions or concerns of prospective students; review database daily for prospective student inquiries.
• Make calls to prospective students and inform them about program; make, receive and respond to various prospective student correspondence; respond to inquiries regarding financial aid, admissions process and related matters.
• Coordinate and conduct campus visits as applicable.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports related to assigned activities.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree and experience in admissions or a university setting preferred

Application Instructions

Bushnell employees are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life. Please read this document before continuing.

To be considered for this position, please submit all of the following through the online application process:

• Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge
• CV/Resume
• Personal Statement of Faith that clearly addresses all three of the sections below:
  • Section 1: how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate's personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
  • Section 2: how the candidate integrates faith into his or her work life; and
  • Section 3: the candidate's understanding of and ability to support Bushnell's Theological Context for Community statement.
• Contact Information for three references, one of which must be the applicant's pastor or another appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant's faith background.
• Completed Employment Application

*Please include all requested materials. Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification.

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