Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

May Hoheisel, may.hoheisel@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$16.17 - $16.17

Hourly

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

The Admissions Counselor navigates new and returning students through OSUIT's admission and enrollment processes. The Counselor reviews all information provided to determine eligibility for admission and then decisions outcome accordingly. Provides additional assistance to students choosing program/major and subsequent course enrollment.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Associate Degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Other combinations of education and relative experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience

• Previous work experience in a college admissions office or related field.
• Previous experience managing and maintaining records through the utilization of databases and/or electronic communication tools.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• A valid driver’s license is required if performing the functions of the position requires the use of a personal or university vehicle.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• High degree of integrity; ability to work in a sensitive, highly confidential and professional environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities imposed by frequent deadlines, peak workloads and public/student contact, and adapt to change.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively, both verbally and in writing to exchange information, give/receive instructions and respond to inquiries appropriately with all students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of office technologies including but not limited to: office computers, fax machines, scanners, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CRM systems.
• High degree of initiative to work independently and also collaborate in a team environment.
• Accurate typing/data entry skills and demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail.
• Ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret written policies and procedures and make appropriate and logical recommendations, documenting reasoning.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Experience and confidence speaking in front of students.
• Passion for assisting students with educational endeavors and representing the OSUIT and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent written communication and listening skills and customer responsiveness are essential.
• Excellent listening skills and customer responsiveness are essential, continually incorporating feedback, ideas and requests.