Job Details
Welcome to West Liberty University!
Mission Statement:
West Liberty University, established in 1837, was the first institution of higher education in West Virginia. We are a dynamic, inclusive, student-centered community that cultivates scholarly exploration, experiential learning, creative expression, and global citizenship.
The Opportunity:
West Liberty University is seeking applications for Admissions Counselor in the University Admissions Office. This position is responsible for traveling to various high schools and college fairs to market West Liberty University to potential applicants. In addition, the Admissions Counselor performs the following activities, including, but not limited to:
- Recruit prospective students
- Lead institution information sessions, campus tours, and assist with campus programs
- Counseling & advising throughout the Admissions & Registration process
- Evaluate college transcripts from prospective and accepted transfer students
- Manage alternative recruitment efforts, including social media, communication plans, orientation, and registration for new students, ambassadors, etc.
Education Requirement:
- Bachelors degree in a related field is required
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail is imperative
- Creative thinking
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Why you should apply:
West Liberty University strongly believes in work-life balance. WLU offers generous benefits, including approximately 2 days of annual leave (vacation) per month and 12-13 paid holidays. Visit the WLU Benefit Page for more details:
For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.
Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.
West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at ...@westliberty.edu.
West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment.
West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.