• Job Description

  Req#: R-075999

  Job Title

  Admissions Counselor III

  Agency

  Prairie View A&M University

  Department

  College Of Nursing | Admissions & Student Support Services

  Proposed Minimum Salary

  $3,194.84 monthly

  Job Location

  Houston, Texas

  Job Type

  Staff

  Job Description

  The Admissions Counselor III, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted, enrolled, and underrepresented students for the BSN Programs. Provides supportive services for all students. Tracks and follows up with targeted students. Screens applicants’ academic credentials and qualifications for admission to the undergraduate nursing programs (Generic, LVN-BSN, RN-BSN). Advises prospective students about admission statuses, policies and office programs. Complete required admissions protocols including documentation as prescribed in the university catalog and college requirements for new students including badges, lockers and computers. Works directly with applicants and advisors to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admission denials. This position will work solely for the Office of Admissions & Student.

  This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

  Responsibilities:

  • Tracks and follows up with targeted students. Screens applicants’ academic credentials and qualifications for admission to the undergraduate nursing programs (Generic, LVN-BSN, RN-BSN. Advises prospective students about admission statuses, policies and office programs. Complete required admissions protocols including documentation as prescribed in the university catalog and college requirements for new students including badges, lockers and computers. Works directly with applicants and advisors to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admission denials.

  • Completes reports on programs/projects. Proposes, organizes, plans and coordinates events associated with student. Submits reports on admission to Program Directors for the generic, RN-BSN, and LVN-BSN Programs. Submits reports on maintenance of databases by Program, per semester. Submits reports on compilation of final annual reports on applications, screenings, admissions and other criteria as required.

  • Develops working relationships with Pre-Nursing Office, and other PVAMU members, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction. Develops an effective plan for recruiting in the assigned area(s) and schools. Disseminates admission information. Coordinate nursing recruitment events with hospitals, schools, and PVAMU Recruitment to conduct on and off campus public speaking, career and college fairs, and maintains related records.

  • Serves as back-up support staff (receptionist) for the Office of Admissions and Student Services; and perform other student support duties as assigned.

  Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.

  • Three years of related experience.

  Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of admissions functions of higher education.

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

  Other Requirements:

  • Travel required. Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

  Job Posting Close Date:

  • 08/06/2024

  Required Attachments:

  Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

  Application Submission Guidelines:

  All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs , etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

  The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted . Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

  Background Check Requirements:

  All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

  Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

• About the company

  Prairie View A&M University is a public historically black land-grant university in Prairie View, Texas.

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