Admission Counselor

Location: Baldwin City

The Admission Counselor is responsible for implementing a comprehensive recruitment program targeting

prospective students within an assigned geographic region. This role requires travel, phone and electronic

communication, and relationship-building to identify and enroll qualified students for Baker University's

residential and online campuses. The Admission Counselor also supports campus visits, recruitment events,

and other admission initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prospect and Applicant Management

Maintain consistent communication with prospective students through personalized outreach and

accurate database management. Establish and achieve reasonable application and enrollment goals in collaboration with the Director

* High School and Community College Relations

Develop and sustain strong working relationships with high school counselors, teachers, and community college representatives. Represent Baker University at college fairs and during high school and community college visits.

* Campus Visit Coordination

Conduct individual and group campus visits for prospective students and families, providing engaging

and informative experiences.

* Knowledge and System Proficiency

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Baker University's academic programs, financial aid

opportunities, student life, and admission processes. Utilize the Salesforce database system effectively

and adhere to established office procedures.

* Collaboration and Office Support

Foster positive working relationships with admission and university colleagues. Contribute to team

coverage and shared office responsibilities as needed.

* Reporting and Communication

Maintain open and proactive communication with the Director, providing regular updates on

recruitment activities, goals, and emerging issues impacting enrollment outcomes.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree required

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

* Effective critical thinking and decision-making abilities

* Confidence in public speaking and group presentation settings

* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

* Willingness to travel extensively, including daily travel during peak recruitment months

* Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

* Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 500 miles in one day

* Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. for distances up to 500 feet

Why Baker?

Baker offers a supportive, student-centered environment with excellent benefits-including tuition waivers for employees and their families, comprehensive insurance, paid leave, and retirement contributions.

To Apply:

Submit an online application with a cover letter, resume, and three references eru.edu/jobs or email employment.

About Baker University

Founded in 1858 as the first university in Kansas, Baker University is a private institution that educates both traditional and nontraditional students through small classes, innovative instructors, and rigorous coursework. Fortune 500 CEOs, New York Times best-selling authors, and Super Bowl champions proudly claim Baker as their alma mater. Baker boasts the highest return on investment among private universities in Kansas, a 99% career and graduate school placement rate, and graduates who earn the highest average salaries among Kansas universities.

Baker University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.