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Role Description

Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Counselor who will recruit and manage prospective students in the states of Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska, and South Dakota. This full-time, 12-month position will be based from home and is responsible for a specific recruitment territory to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students.

• Manage travel schedules, implement recruitment strategies, and build relationships with high school and community college personnel.
• Communicate with prospective students and other constituents using various forms of communication.
• Relate to diverse student populations and their family members.
• Provide dynamic presentations with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity.
• Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work is required.
• Position allows flexibility for the most qualified applicant to live in Northeast Kansas, or the states of Nebraska, Iowa, or Missouri.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or four years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Master’s degree or six years of experience in lieu of a degree (preferred).
• Dynamic written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services.
• Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs.
• Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups.

Requirements

• Recruit and manage prospective students in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska, and South Dakota.
• Represent Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs, and other events.
• Manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts with regard to presentations and seminars.
• Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel.
• Act as the lead recruiter for delivering FHSU information to all entities in specified recruitment region.
• Provide extensive follow-up with student prospects through phone, email, and other communication venues.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
• Assist and monitor daily digital recruitment efforts.
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate off-campus recruitment programs and events.
• Manage budgets related to appropriate travel and recruitment expenditures.
• Ability to travel extensively by car and/or plane.
• Establish a safe, distraction-free home working environment.
• Utilize mobile phone, social media, and various computer applications.
• Provide a positive addition to the existing admissions team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.

Company Description

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas.

• Excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails.
• Within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping.
• Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily.
• Home to excellent Pre-K and K-12 public and private schools.
• Over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, and a low unemployment rate.
• Safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment.