Admissions Counselor

Overview

Position Title : Admissions Counselor

Position Control Number : 999665

Type of Position : Staff

Position Status : Full-time

Campus : Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location : California

Department : 4003-Admissions - Pharmacy

Job Summary

Reporting to the associate / assistant director of admissions, the admissions counselor represents Western University of Health Sciences to prospective students and works to increase inquiries and convert applications into enrolled students. The successful admissions counselor exhibits superior customer service skills and professionalism throughout daily interactions and communications with students including phone calls, emails, and information sessions. Works closely with the assistant / associate director of admission and admission committees before and during interview days for assigned programs. The admissions counselor must demonstrate an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members, faculty, students, alumni, administrators, and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Advises prospective applicants on how to apply for admission by providing information regarding program requirements and assessing academic credentials.
• Reviews and processes admission applications through the use of Slate database. Computes GPAs and prepares applications for the Admissions Committee to review and corresponds with applicants as needed by telephone and email. Communicates and interacts with administration, faculty and staff from each college regarding the admissions process.
• Facilitates Interview Day Orientation and presents admissions information to interviewees.
• Monitors new student's admissions files for completion of all academic requirements prior to matriculation.
• Provides campus tours to prospective students as needed and assists and participates in special recruitment events on campus.
• Working Convocation and Commencement is mandatory.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Posting Details

Work Schedule

Benefits and Compensation

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. Our University culture creates a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Compensation Details

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum : $21.00 Hourly

Maximum : $22.04 Hourly

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration : The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Work Environment

The work environment is an office setting with a typical noise level described as low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Posting Information

Conditions of Employment

Background Check : To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. A conditional offer of employment will be extended, subject to rescission if disqualifying information is found. Non-completion of the background check may impact ongoing employment for those with a conditional offer.

Pay Transparency Act

Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers factors such as experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business needs. Salary offers are determined by final candidate qualifications and experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

Western University provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all employment practices.

Required Documents

Supplemental Questions

Contact

309 E. Second St., Pomona, CA 91766-1854; (909) 623-6116

CHS-Northwest and COMP-Northwest addresses and numbers included in original posting

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