Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor
Status: Exempt
Position: Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor
Reports To: Director of Admissions and Director of Financial Aid
About Moore: Moore College of Art & Design is a historically all-women's undergraduate college that has evolved to admit nonbinary and trans undergraduates, as well as co-educational continuing education and graduate students. Founded during the original industrial revolution to advance women in new fields, under principles of inclusivity and opportunity, our mission is more relevant than ever, as technology, sustainability, and diverse cultures drive and influence new and existing industries. We strive to create a community of employees and faculty that mirrors our student body and offers a range of academic perspectives in their fields. We welcome candidates who value diversity and support the inclusive culture we seek to nurture at Moore. The world needs Moore. For more information, visit moore.edu and follow us on social media @moorecollegeart.
Benefits: Moore College of Art & Design offers a time off package consisting of 41 days paid throughout the year for holidays, winter break, vacation and personal days. In addition, we provide 2 weeks of sick time and offer a great benefit package including health, dental, and a 403b plan with an immediate match and 100% vesting.
Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to recruit and enroll applicants to Moore College of Art & Design, while also serving as a key point of contact for financial aid counseling. This dual-role position involves outreach and engagement with prospective students through calls, written correspondence, recruitment travel, and events, as well as providing support in understanding financial aid resources and processes. The counselor will maintain positive, efficient, and effective communication with prospective students, families, and secondary school officials.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in college admissions, financial aid, or student services preferred
- Collegiate art and design experience encouraged
- Demonstrated ability or strong interest in sales, marketing, or customer service
- Experience working directly with youth and families, especially youth and families who identify as queer or LGBTQIA, newcomers, first-generation immigrants, and people with diverse abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Familiarity with CRM systems and digital record-keeping (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, etc.)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for recruitment
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
- Ability to work remotely as needed
- Demonstrated ability to communicate confidential financial aid information with professionalism and sensitivity to students, families and staff
- Collaborative and accountable mindset with an interest in working within a dynamic team environment
Responsibilities:
Admissions (focused work during the fall and winter):
- Correspond with prospective students, applicants, secondary school officials, and others seeking information on admissions to the College.
- Serve as a primary contact for prospective students and families through in-person, phone, text, and email communications.
- Conduct admissions counseling and outreach, including application assistance, portfolio reviews, and academic evaluations.
- Register, schedule, assign and attend recruitment activities and make presentations at on and off campus meetings, events and/or conferences.
- Review and determine admissibility of applicants based on academic credentials and creative portfolios.
- Maintain accurate records and follow-up communications within the College's Customer Relation Management (CRM) and data systems.
- Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Financial Aid (focused work during the spring and summer):
- Assist incoming students and their parents through the financial aid process.
- Assist with answering the Financial Aid email inbox promptly.
- Compile financial aid package revisions, review and process required documents from students and parents, etc.
- Communicate often and consistently with the Director to discuss the status of operations, any problems, or training needed.
- Participate in conducting financial aid counseling appointments and presentations at any of Moore College of Art & Design's recruitment events.
- Understand and keep informed of changing Federal Student Aid and PHEAA regulations.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
No physical demands. Office settings. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. These are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as so classified.
To Apply:
Interested candidates send your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to HR@Moore.edu.
