Posting Details
Position Information
| Job Category |
Professional/Administrative |
| Position Title |
Admission Counselor/Assistant Dean of Admission |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Division |
Admission and Financial Aid |
| Department |
Admission |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range |
$60,410/$60,500-61,000 |
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
- Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a high comfort level with public speaking before large groups is required, and an ability to effectively engage audiences through dynamic oral presentations is essential.
- Demonstrated understanding of the liberal arts and ability to communicate the value of a liberal arts education to students and other outside constituents.
- Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information pertaining to application review and other admission initiatives.
- Passport eligibility is required.
- Must be able to travel 50% annually.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Volunteer or employment experience in selective admissions preferred, as is prior experience working with diverse student populations.
- Fluency in a second language is helpful.
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| Education |
A Bachelor's degree is required. |
| Certifications |
A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required. |
| Offer Determination |
When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. |
| Physical Requirements |
Required to work on campus. |
| Other Information |
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| Benefits |
Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our
Benefits page. |
| Department Statement |
Participates in a team oriented working environment through all phases of the recruitment and selection process - travel, application review, information sessions and interviewing -and communicates with prospective students, families, counselors, and alumni in an assigned geographic territory. The position includes a full share of travel by various modes of transportation in a variety of locations. |
| Accountabilities |
The position will have the following responsibilities and accountabilities:
- Accountable for actively recruiting students electronically and in person through effective communication consistent with Colgate's mission.
- Accountable to provide outstanding customer service both on campus and in assigned travel regions.
- Accountable for building strong and positive relationships with constituent populations.
- Accountable to effectively review applications with objectivity and be able to demonstrate independent judgment and decision making in the process.
- Accountable for familiarity with and compliance to NCAA recruiting rules.
- Ability to respond to supervisor feedback.
- Accountable for personal growth and advancement of relevant admissions, analytical, process and general professional skills and behaviors.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned. May include work with Colgate student volunteer programs.
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Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number |
2025S017Posting |
| Temporary |
No |
| Work Schedule |
Weekdays, Occasional Weekends |
| Job Open Date |
02/20/2025 |
| Job Close Date |
03/07/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
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| EEO Statement |
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:
https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Colgate University
paid time off
Mar 25, 2025