Admissions Counselor

Position: Admissions Counselor - FT
Under the general direction and supervision of the Administrative Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor is responsible for providing educational and vocational advising services to current and prospective students for the College at assigned locations.

The Admissions Counselor collects and analyzes information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and other professional sources in order to appraise interests, abilities, and personality characteristics to aid students in making and carrying out vocational and educational objectives. The Admissions Counselor provides prospective students with necessary information to make informed choices about careers and College programs of study, to guide students toward choosing Southeast Community College, to provide information and assistance as needed in other areas of Enrollment and Student Affairs, and to present a positive public image of the College.

This is a full-time position.

The Admissions Office at Southeast Community College is a student-centered team that embraces positivity, compassionate leadership, collaboration, and strong relationships, both on and off campus. Team members enjoy working with others, are committed to helping others achieve goals, and value excellence. A strong commitment to students, adaptability, a growth mindset, and a sense of humor are trademarks of the team.

Southeast Community College is a dynamic environment that values input, reflection, transparency, compassion, respect, and positivity. The College's organizational culture is a key part of the institution's strategic plan and is integrated into daily operations.

Essential Functions

Assist Individuals with Career Development

Activities:

* Assist current and prospective students in developing educational goals leading to career and employment choices based on individual abilities, interests, and personality characteristics.

* Administer, score, and interpret career guidance and other assessment instruments; provides occupational and educational information to enable individuals to formulate career decisions.

Collaborate with Campus Assessment and Testing Services:

* Collaborate with Assessment and Testing Services to provide advising services to current and prospective students who have completed college placement testing.

* Assist in off-site test administration and test score interpretation with prospective students.

* Assist in the interpretation and implications of test scores as they relate to the admissions and registration process.

* Follow up on student referrals from the Assessment and Testing Center to interpret placement scores and advise students on course placement, career development, program admission, developmental coursework, and appropriate testing resources.

Provide Pre-Admission Advising and Advising for Visiting Students:

* Provide presentations, workshops, and individual and group meetings to prospective and visiting students regarding educational opportunities at Southeast Community College.

* Administer, score, and interpret basic academic skill assessment instruments and assist visiting students in identifying effective remediation techniques.

* Assist with general registration activities. Routinely assist visiting students with course registration and advising.

* Provide applicants for admission with information regarding College admissions and specific program requirements, deadlines, and information.

* Serve as a primary point of contact for students regarding the admissions process and transitioning to college.

Assist Individuals with Academic Concerns:

* Respond to staff and student referrals relating to academic issues.

* Help students with college adjustment concerns and refer individuals to appropriate resources on campus, community agencies, institutions, or specialists as necessary to secure appropriate ancillary or long-term services.

* Collaborate with Enrollment and Student Affairs staff to reinstate dismissed visiting students and support at-risk student populations.

Conduct Campus Tours and Informational Sessions:

* Conduct individual and group campus tours.

* Provide individual and group career counseling/informational…