Admissions Counselor II
Company: Georgia State University
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: May 20, 2025
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Job Description:
Description: Admissions Counselor II
College of Law
Georgia State University
Part of one of the Southeast's largest comprehensive research
universities, Georgia State Law is a dynamic urban centered law
school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full-
and part-time students. The College of Law was created in 1982
based on its founders' belief that a first-rate law school not only
can but also must be tailored to meet the needs of the students who
enter its doors. Although Georgia State Law has grown substantially
in scope and reputation during the last 40+ years, this flexible,
entrepreneurial, and student-centric spirit continues to resonate
throughout our institution. The College of Law brings together a
dynamic group of faculty and staff who promote scholarship and
service that enriches the legal profession and communities we
serve. Our community fosters a culture based on ambition, hard
work, dedication, and perseverance.
Georgia State University College of Law currently seeks candidates
for the position of Admissions Counselor II. The Admissions
Counselor II will report to the Associate Director for Law
Admissions and will work closely with the Law Admissions team to
counsel prospective students, support the development and
implementation of the Law Admissions communication and
correspondence strategy, provide administrative support for
scholarship processes, and assist with planning events to achieve
recruitment goals.
WHAT MAKES The College of Law A GREAT PLACE?
* A flexible work environment
* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition
assistance, retirement, etc.
* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with
diverse partners.
* Professional development opportunity and mentorship
* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
* Advise prospective and admitted students about the law school's
program, curriculum, enrollment statistics, and outcomes. Educate
constituents about the application process, requirements,
departmental policies, and procedural information for all Juris
Doctor Programs. Manages the general Law Admissions inbox.
* Implements regular communication with prospective students and
applicants using Unite. Conducts follow-up with applicants to
ensure that admission documentation is complete and ready for
review. Maintains the application funnel and processes
decisions.
* Manages the waitlist. Verifies and updates lawful presence for
admitted students in accordance with university policies.
* Participate in recruitment programs and events including
off-campus recruiting, information sessions, campus tours, open
houses, admitted student events, and communication campaigns.
* Manages correspondence flow for potential and selected
scholarship recipients. Attend scholarship and financial aid
meetings to stay current with scholarship information and policies.
Maintains scholarship databases for incoming and continuing student
scholarships. Serves as the liaison to financial aid, GSU
Foundation, and Business Services regarding scholarship
information, graduate assistantships, and non-resident tuition
waivers.
* Coordinates daily business operations for the Law Admissions
Office in compliance with university policies and guidelines.
Assists with travel and departmental purchase card usage. Maintains
inventory and orders office supplies as needed.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job
definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or
exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties or
responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may
change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor.
Some of GSU's Benefits
Benefits - The University System of Georgia (USG) provides
comprehensive benefits to Georgia State employees. USG offers
healthcare, dental, vision and other benefits, and retirement plan
options.
USG Retirement Options
Optional Retirement Plan -- ORP is a 401(a) Defined Contribution
Plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 9.24% to the
plan. Employees are immediately vested.
Teacher Retirement System -- TRS is a Defined Benefit Plan, a
traditional public pension plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG
contributes 19.81% to the plan. Your retirement benefit is
calculated by factoring years of service, final salary and 2%
multiplier. Employees are vested after 10 years.
See the for more information.
Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) -- Full-time employees enrolled in
a USG degree program may earn their degree for free. .
Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job
definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or
exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or
responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may
change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.
Qualifications: Minimum Hiring Standards:
Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a
combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
Familiarity with CRM systems such as Unite or Slate is strongly
preferred.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to graduate
admission.
Knowledge of University systems such as Banner and Axiom.
Knowledge of basic computer operations and software, such as
spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.
Effective time management, customer service, and organizational
skills.
Effective oral and verbal communication with external and internal
customers.
Ability to multi-task, undertake some travel, work occasional
nights and weekends, and use independent judgment.
College/Business Unit: College of Law Department: Law Admissions
Location: Atlanta Campus Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:15pm
Salary : $44,000 - 48,000 Pay Grade: 12 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job
Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting: 05/16/25, 4:22:11
PM Closing Date: 05/31/25, 3:59:00 AM Special Instructions: To be
fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the
following at the time of submission:
* A complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter
(Recommended)
Final candidates must provide three professional references.
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Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive
shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus
university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the
dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable
conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility,
TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and
scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our
community and the world a better placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our
values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and
effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the
highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and
service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity
in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents
USG Core Value Statement: The University System of Georgia is
comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning,
as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are
Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values
serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and
each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and
upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of
Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy
8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal
Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination,
including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race,
ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national
origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its
programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition
applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the
Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and
guests.Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status,
immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring,
firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are
required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order,
or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by
Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check:
Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal
background investigation and other background searches as
applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle
Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and
employees' safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery
Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority,
ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate
University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career
board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed
without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State
University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender,
veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal,
state or local protected class.
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