Admission Counselor en College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University, Order of Saint Benedict, MN

About the Department

The Admission Office at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Admission Counselor.

Why Join Us?

 The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.

The Admission Counselor plays a pivotal role in recruiting prospective students and facilitating their transition into the college community. They implement recruitment strategies by utilizing key outreach strategies, behavioral models, and data analysis. The Admission Counselor builds relationships and effectively communicates the value proposition of both institutions in their work with prospective high school students and families from initial inquiry through enrollment and serves as the key liaison. This position is ideally suited for those candidates looking to begin their professional careers in admission and enrollment at a college or university.     

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Position Duties

• Meet and exceed enrollment goals within assigned recruitment territory. 
• Establish and manage relationships with prospective students and their families, high school counselors, alumnae/alumni, community-based organizations, and current students.
• Review all application materials and make determination of student admissibility. Effectively recommend students for admission.
• Conduct presentations to groups of students, parents, educators, gatekeepers, and alumni.
• Identify needs, concerns, and opportunities for prospective students in assigned territory.
• Provide consultative guidance to prospective students/families, applicants, and deposited students.
• Display professional judgment and sound decision making when representing the colleges on and off campus.
• Prepare required reports and documentation to provide timely updates on recruitment efforts and results throughout the admission funnel. 
• Utilize student employees, current students, alums, and other gatekeepers to help generate applications and enroll students.
• Design and/or execute recruitment strategies for designated recruitment territory and target populations.
• Utilize data analysis tools and monitor trends affecting recruitment to adapt strategies, as needed.
• Support and execute the enrollment strategic plan through independent work, as well as within and across multiple teams.
• If applicable, provide second language information and resources (written, oral/spoken) to prospective students and families throughout the admission cycle. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Student leadership experience and/or experience in an undergraduate admission office.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with students, families, and educational partners.
• Effective planning, organizational and analytical skills. 
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of higher education trends, enrollment management strategies, and best practices in student recruitment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and fulfill travel requirements as needed.
• A valid driver's license is required (a driver's license check will be conducted). Ability to drive a college vehicle which includes the completion of defensive driving program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
• Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 50 pounds.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.
• Generally, six weeks or more of total annual travel either within Minnesota or out-of-state.

Other Qualifications

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or [email protected].

It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.