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Central Christian College of Kansas
Enrollment Counselor
[Admissions & Financial Aid Counselor]

Direct Supervisor: Director of Enrollment
Status: Full time (12 months), Exempt
Department: Admissions
Job Location: McPherson, KS

JOB SUMMARY

This position serves to support the mission of the College as the primary external recruiting

representative. Enrolment Counselors (Admissions & Financial Aid Officers) are tasked with the

responsibility of nurturing prospects and converting said prospects into enrolled students, including

assistance with basic financial aid counseling and onboarding.

The position necessitates that the individual enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds, is

sold-out for the mission of the College, exhibits superior skills in hospitality, and has exceptional

communication’s skills on and through any number of mediums (e.g. phone, texting, interviews, social

media, one-on one, group, etc.). Furthermore, the individual should be comfortable with multi-tasking,

taking initiative, travel, and intentionally building and nurturing relationships with people.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field

1 years of admissions, sales, or customer service experience preferred

Valid driver’s license

Salesforce experience helpful

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Attend training sessions to receive updated information about new programs, services, educator

licensure requirements, etc.

Counsel students on admissions and financial aid processes and assist them with completing the

admissions process

Develop and maintain student related data in College’s CRM

Give campus tours

Meet inquiry and conversion ratio goals established by the College

Participate in events, information sessions, orientations, registration events and graduation

Promote the features and benefits of all undergraduate and graduate programs

Provide outstanding customer service to prospective and pre-enrolled students

Provide timely feedback (through systematic and periodic reports) to stakeholders regarding

market needs, and challenges faced when selling College programs

Provide timely feedback (through systematic and periodic reports) to the Enrollment Director and

Marketing Office related to strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities encountered related to

selling College related programs

Travel to college fairs, recruiting events, and schools

Utilize data in the CRM to manage individual enrollment workflow

Utilize technology and other resources to communicate with prospective students in a timely

manner

Work with international students and the paperwork needed to secure international enrollment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High level of written and verbal communication skills

Alignment with the mission and perspective of the College

Excellent organizational skills

Skilled in partnering with students, faculty, staff and external constituencies

Ability to collaborate effectively with college departments and cross-functional teams

Comfortable with public speaking

Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal oversight

Display cultural competence

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Central Christian College of Kansas recognizes the benefits of maintaining a diverse faculty and staff who

can provide a wide spectrum of perspectives and experiences representing the creativity of a loving and

innovative God. Central Christian College of Kansas reviews all applications and hires individuals based on

their qualifications for the position. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national

origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, or military or veteran status.

As a Christian college, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America, Central Christian

College of Kansas asserts its right to employ persons who subscribe to the intent, mission, Statement of

Faith, and Core Values of the College, as well as the lifestyle expectations articulated in the Free Methodist

Book of Discipline (Para. 3000-3430; 2011).