This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2333168 Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Senior Admissions Counselor and Event Manager is responsible for the oversight of Boise State programming and events. This position will assist and support Admission Counselors with overall event management and logistics to ensure they move projects from planning to completion. Additionally they will create and evaluate surveys, reports and data to assess event effectiveness and distribute results to key stakeholders and staff to improve overall campus visitor experience.

This position is often the first point of contact with future students and families, which requires extensive knowledge of the university as well as a positive attitude and commitment to higher education. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for all primary Admissions Counselor responsibilities which includes, but is not limited to: promoting Boise State to prospective students and families through individual advising appointments, territory management, recruitment travel, communication, recruitment events, and presenting to small and large groups.

This position involves travel. A valid driver\'s license is required. The Senior Admissions Counselor and Event Manager will travel throughout the fall and spring academic semesters as needed. Additional overnight travel may be assigned by the immediate supervisor. Local travel could be required monthly. Evening and weekend hours are required for this position.

Department Overview:

Boise State Undergraduate Admissions recruits and admits prospective undergraduate students in service to the university\'s enrollment goals. The general functional areas of our department include customer service and campus visits, communications, recruitment, and systems/processing. Outreach and higher education advocacy are also important to our campus visit and other programming as we seek to serve future students in Idaho and beyond.

Level Scope:

Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Essential Functions:

60% of Time the Senior Admissions Counselor and Event Manager must perform:

Event Planning and Management

• Review upcoming events with Assistant Directors and event leads to develop detailed timelines and task lists, ensuring seamless execution by prioritizing tasks, coordinating logistics, tracking progress from planning through implementation, and monitoring event planning milestones to ensure deadlines are met.
• Monitor event registration trends and post-event surveys within Slate to adjust outreach strategies, improve attendance, and enhance the overall campus visitor experience.
• Schedule, lead, and participate in post-event debrief meetings, collecting feedback from Admissions Counselors to inform future improvements.
• Continuously review our CRM for improvements and ways to increase efficiencies, workflow and process improvements of the Recruitment team.
• Utilize Slate CRM to create and maintain events in the system, including drafting/reviewing communication plans for visitors, creating and implementing email invitations, and updating Slate portals for registration.

Act as the Recruitment Team Communication Specialist

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Recruitment team and Student Communications & Marketing to align messaging, enhance outreach strategies, and ensure consistency across recruitment communications, events, and recruitment-driven initiatives.
• Develop and implement targeted communication efforts within Slate to support recruitment initiatives and drive enrollment goals with customized outreach for different student populations (i.e., first-year students, transfer students, non-traditional students).
• Create and edit presentation slides.
• Collaborate with the Communication team to develop and review marketing deliverables for events, including agendas, postcards, social media, and other promotional materials.
• Remain current on University brand standards and ensure alignment in all Admissions communications.
• Collaborate with Student Communications and Marketing to analyze event communication analytics and refine outreach strategies to improve engagement, registration, and show rates.

35% of the Time the Senior Admissions Counselor and Event Manager must perform:

General Admissions Counselor Duties

Counsel, advise and maintain positive contact with prospective students and families regarding admission requirements, financial aid and scholarships, and campus life.

Analyze and evaluate prospective student needs, assess admissions criteria, determine appropriate resources, and tailor messages to fit unique situations.

Review and score holistic review applications

Present information sessions to campus visitors, providing insights on admissions, academic programs