Admissions Counselor - California College of the Arts (CCA) : Job Details

Are you passionate about art, education, and making a difference in the lives of students? Join our dynamic team as an Admissions Counselor, where you'll play a pivotal role in recruiting and enrolling a talented, diverse student body that embodies the creativity and vision of our institution.Based in the vibrant city of San Francisco, this role offers opportunities to:-Travel across the country to connect with prospective students and share the transformative power of an arts education.-Work with diverse student populations, fostering inclusivity and expanding access to creative opportunities.-Be part of an inspiring art education environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of First Year Admissions, you'll contribute to achieving the college's enrollment goals through meaningful engagement and strategic initiatives. Additionally, this position is eligible for overtime, offering added flexibility and benefits.If you're enthusiastic about helping students pursue their artistic passions and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you!MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:Advising and Counseling - 40%

• Counsels prospective students on their post-secondary educational goals and CCA programs, including major requirements, application requirements, admissions, financial aid, transfer processes, and housing.
• Processes, reviews and assesses applications and portfolios for admission purposes.
• Develops knowledge of enrollment procedure and office policy including CCA's database systems Workday and Salesforce and ticketing system TeamWork.
• Develops a working knowledge of all CCA curriculum, with specialized knowledge as assigned, and general knowledge of the art school landscape, with the ability to communicate this information to prospective students and families orally and in writing.

Recruitment and Strategic Planning/Analysis - 40%

• Visits and recruits students virtually and in-person at high schools, community colleges, community agencies, National Portfolio Days and college fairs locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Develops territory specific recruitment strategies and contacts. Coordinates and schedules travel within assigned territories.
• Maintains communications and follow-up with contacts and prospective students by texting, social media, email, telephone, and in-person.
• Assists in the preliminary advising, registration and financial aid counseling of new students and coordinates reviews for studio and academic placement with Student Records Office and Faculty.
• Assists in planning and implementing recruitment and yield activities such as Pre-College workshops, public presentations and group tours, open houses, orientation, evening programs, Portfolio Days and special events.

Administrative - 20%

• Assesses and projects enrollment yield of assigned territories.
• Completes and maintains reports and records on recruitment territory and admissions activity.
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of admissions procedures and operations.
• Develops and manages special projects or events as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in college admissions, recruitment, student services and/or financial aid preferred;
• strict attention to detail;
• digital proficiency;
• familiarity with using data to inform their work;
• excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize;
• must demonstrate good judgment and experience working with diverse groups in an educational or other non-profit organization;
• ability to work under pressure of competing deadlines;
• ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; understanding of State and Federal regulations of Financial Aid.
• Bachelor's degree;
• background in the arts and the ability to assess and/or evaluate student portfolios strongly desired.
• The individual must be willing to travel 12-14 weeks per year (locally, nationally, and internationally) primarily in the fall. Position requires weekend and extended hours, especially during the fall and January through March.
• Possessing a valid driver's license is preferred.

Please note that in an effort to keep the CCA community safe, the College encourages all staff, faculty, and students who are on campus to be fully vaccinated, including to have received a booster shot (if eligible). Please note CCA on campus Covid-19 protocols. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• The compensation for this position is $27.05 - $27.59/hour
• CCA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the choice of five medical plans, generous holiday, sick & vacation time, a retirement match and tuition remission. CCA covers an average of 91% of the medical plan cost for the employee only and an average of 82% for employees with dependents. More information can be found here:

POSITION DETAILS:

• CCA considers a full-time work week to be 37.5 hours per week.
• Work Mode: Hybrid
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm
• This position is covered under the staff union collective bargaining agreement and will be required to contribute to union dues/agency fees.

LocationSan FranciscoFLSANon-ExemptAdditional LocationsApplication InstructionsApplicants are required to attach a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Recommended document file formats are Word or PDF. If there are multiple attachments, we recommend compressing/zipping your files into a zip format file. There is also a place in the application for you to provide a link to large documents. Please submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions.Application DeadlineFor staff positions, screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.EEO StatementAs an educational and cultural institution, California College of the Arts has a responsibility to provide access and opportunities for all people, with special attention to supporting groups historically underrepresented in higher education.We believe that a culturally diverse campus is integral to academic excellence, and our student, faculty, staff, and trustee bodies should reflect the diverse world in which we live, with attention to race, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and ability.California College of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to its diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. If a background check is required for a position, it will be noted in the job posting.Questions?Please address any questions to [email protected].