Admissions Counselor at Ensign College

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual Proficiency, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Customer Service, Presentation Skills, Relationship Building, CRM Tools, Recruitment, Outreach, Team Collaboration, Event Support, Application Review, Training Coordination, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Admissions Counselor Reports to: Director, Admissions Total Base Pay Range: 50,000 - 60,000 USD Annual The Admissions Counselor supports the mission of Ensign College by recruiting, guiding, and enrolling students who are aligned with the institution’s faith-based education and career-centered learning model. This position serves as a key representative of the College, developing relationships with prospective students, families, counselors, community partners, seminary and institute leaders. The Admissions Counselor provides personalized support through each stage of the admissions process, contributes to recruitment initiatives, and collaborates with campus partners to achieve institutional enrollment goals. Essential Job Functions Represent Ensign College at high schools, transfer colleges, community events, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Wards and Stakes, and fairs within assigned territories. Maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to drive for recruitment travel. Build and maintain relationships with counselors, seminary and institute leaders, community partners and key stakeholders. Deliver presentations and information sessions to promote Ensign College. Meet with prospective students in person and virtually to counsel students and families through the application and enrollment process. Support major recruitment events, including Explore Ensign Day, College Connect, Ward and Stake Education Nights. Engage in outreach to Hispanic, adult learner, domestic, and international populations. Utilize CRM tools (Element451) to manage leads, track progress, and document interactions. Review applications for completeness and compliance with admissions requirements. Partner with Admissions Operations to resolve applicant questions and missing documents. Collaborate with advising, first-year success, and financial aid teams to support student enrollment. Provide feedback to leadership on recruitment trends and process improvements. Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development. Assist in training and coordinating Ensign College Ambassador recruitment efforts. Available to work evenings and weekends for recruitment events and activities. Perform other duties as assigned, including occasional support with admissions processing and office projects. Skills & Abilities Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred to support outreach and communication with Hispanic students and families. Proficient in communicating with various stakeholder groups. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Commitment to providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends. Commitment to living and upholding the Ensign College Honor Code and aligning personal conduct with the mission and values of the Church Educational System. All employees accept as conditions of employment that they will: Be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Refrain from behavior or expression that seriously and adversely affects the college mission or the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Act in accordance with the Church Educational System Honor Code and the Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations, (See Employee Conduct Policy), Receive clearance from the Ecclesiastical Clearance Office of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Comply with all college policies and procedures, Commitment to bring about the purposes of Ensign College, Maintain these conditions of employment on an ongoing basis. Ensign College is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, or veteran's status. As an educational institution owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ensign College gives lawful hiring preference to qualified, faithful members of the Church who are in good standing. Founded in 1886, Ensign College educates 2,200 students annually from 43 U.S. states and more than 30 countries. Ensign College trains students to be job-ready proficient in one to two years at its campus in downtown Salt Lake City and online. It offers in-demand professional certificates and associate degrees, allowing students to earn a working wage while furthering their education. Sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ensign College helps students achieve self-reliance in a Christ-centered environment. Call (801) 524-8100 or visit ensign.edu to learn more.

Responsibilities

The Admissions Counselor represents Ensign College at various events and develops relationships with prospective students and stakeholders. They provide personalized support throughout the admissions process and contribute to recruitment initiatives.