Job Description

St. Mary's College of Maryland, a public, a non-sectarian, co-educational, liberal arts institution, is seeking an accomplished and innovative admission professional for the position of Admission Counselor.   Reporting to the Director of Admission, the Admission Counselor will enthusiastically and effectively recruit new students to fulfill the mission and goals as set forth in the strategic enrollment plan.  General responsibilities include counseling, interviewing, and communicating with prospective students and their families, secondary school counselors, and transfer advisors; extensive travel and programming in assigned territories to achieve set goals; cultivating professional relationships with high school and transfer counselors and other constituents involved in the college admissions process; evaluation of applications for admission, and attendance at on and off campus events.  Some evening and weekend work hours will be required, as well as overnight travel.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required.  A valid driver’s license and eligible to drive leased automobiles.  Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.  Working knowledge of various computer software packages and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to represent the College in a variety of settings.  Experience interacting with a diverse array of people and perspectives, and the demonstrated ability to see the world from other lenses and perspectives.  Click to view position description.  Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered.  Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.  The salary is $45,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary’s College is one of the nation’s best public liberal arts colleges – ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today’s students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.

St. Mary’s College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission.  We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.  Application materials should include a cover letter, résumé (including email address), and three references and submitted online at: .  Questions may be directed to Bhargavi Bandi at bbandi@smcm.edu.

Review of résumés will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Visit our website:  www.smcm.edu/hr

Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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