Admissions Counselor, College of Design
University of Minnesota | |
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 403(b), retirement plan | |
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis | |
April 30, 2024 | |
Job ID
361014Location
Twin CitiesJob Family
Student ServicesFull/Part Time
Full-TimeRegular/Temporary
RegularJob Code
9702ANEmployee Class
Acad Prof and AdminAbout the Job
The College of Design (CDes) and the Office of Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented CDes Admissions Counselor. This position will represent the College of Design to prospective students, prospective student families, community organizations, and high school officials in Minnesota while providing customer service to prospective students from a variety of geographical locations and identities, including racial and ethnic backgrounds. This person will support prospective students from inquiry to orientation handoff (and everything in between). This is a 100%-time, 12-month, annually renewable appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series (classification 9702AN, SS Pro 2-Admissions). This position includes an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life/LTD insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, 22 paid time off days, one personal holiday in addition to the existing 11 University holidays. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Salary range for admissions counselor is $44,000 - $48,000, depending on qualifications. Work Arrangement: Hybrid with onsite location in the Williamson Building, Office of Admissions, 231 Pillsbury Dr SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or master's degree. * Preference given to candidates with University of Minnesota experience, defined broadly, such as former student, graduate, employee, or community member of any campus About the Department
The mission of the Office of Admissions is to take leadership in recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students who will benefit from and contribute to the University of Minnesota scholarly community. Admissions strives to be service-driven, tenacious, respectful, inclusive, authentic, and ethical. The Office of Admissions coordinates undergraduate student enrollment efforts and collaborates campus-wide with colleges, departments, and the units within the Office of Undergraduate Education to meet the University's enrollment goals. The Office of Admissions serves prospective undergraduate students, and incoming undergraduate students. Benefits
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Applications must be submitted online and will be reviewed beginning May 10th as a priority application deadline. Depending on the status of the search, applications may be reviewed after that date. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Please attach a current resume, cover letter, and Diversity Statement - a statement outlining how you value diversity and your experience in working with diverse populations. This statement can be one page or less. (For reference, please see how the University of Minnesota defines diversity.) Three professional references will be requested by finalists only at a later time. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). |