Admissions Counselor - International

Lubbock

41156BR

Undergraduate Admissions

Position Description

Represents Texas Tech University both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, staff and faculty of area high schools and community colleges to attract quality applicants and achieve enrollment goals. Coordinates and contributes to the success of various visit schedules for area high school and community colleges in the assigned area. Plans assigned recruiting events and program. Counsels prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the university. Title is reserved for use in the TTU Undergraduate Admissions department.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Represents Texas Tech University at college day and night programs at high schools and community colleges related to international admissions, immigration processes, and opportunities offered by the university.
• Coordinate and implement visit schedules for area high schools and community colleges, as needed.
• Communicate effectively with prospective students, parents, and counselors through meetings and admissions presentations in office, at school visits, or during college/high school programs with a focus on international admissions.
• Plan and implement student recruitment events in assigned territory.
• Recruit international prospects by sharing information about TTU programs via travel, presentations, events, and marketing promotions.
• Serve as the primary contact in the assigned area regarding undergraduate international admissions and immigration processes.
• Partner with community colleges in the area for the promotion of degree completion for international students.
• Assist in preparing credential evaluation reports for all international students with academic secondary and post-secondary credentials, in accordance with university policies/procedures, state, and federal regulations and SACSCOC standards.
• Act as Designated School Official to issue initial and transfer Form I-20s to admitted undergraduate international students according to state guidelines, attending ISSS/DSO meetings, as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus one year related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal five years. Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. permanent resident to meet qualification for appointment as a Designated School Official (DSO) and J-1 Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.
• Experience with international admissions.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.
• Public relations experience.
• Working knowledge of higher education recruitment and admissions.
• Sales and territory management.
• Event planning, coordination, and implementation.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Must be approved to drive university fleet vehicles.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

3333.33

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 75%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F 8-5

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.