Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Swarthmore College was recently ranked number 3 in the 2021 US News Best National Liberal Arts Colleges rankings - https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/swarthmore-college-3370.

Who We Are:

The Swarthmore Office of Admissions is a mission-driven, close-knit team that manages a highly selective, holistic, and student-centered admissions process. Admissions deans seek out intellectually curious and enthusiastic learners from around the world who will contribute to building community and bridges across differences during their time at Swarthmore. The Admissions Office works particularly hard to reach undeserved and traditionally underrepresented students by developing innovative outreach campaigns, forming relationships with counselors and advisors, and thinking outside the traditional “highly selective college” box. Professionals in the Admissions Office are curious about the world, focused on dismantling and reducing inequities in K-12 and higher education, and work every day to break down barriers to attract the brightest, most accomplished, and most diverse class for Swarthmore College.

The opportunity:

Admissions Counselors at Swarthmore manage a domestic (and sometimes international) territory, consisting of prospective students and their high schools, community-based organizations, independent college consultants, families, and other advisors. Counselors recruit, admit, and enroll students, alongside other admissions professionals, by promoting the College at high school visits, college fairs, college access organization meetings, and on-campus and off-campus recruiting events. They travel on behalf of the College, recruit students virtually, plan yield events, and collaborate with Swarthmore's faculty, staff, and current students. In addition, they read student applications, make decisions in concert with other team members, and participate in the Admissions Committee as a voting member. Counselors also contribute to a number of other initiatives, such as communications, tour guide management, data analysis, selection, recruitment, and access/diversity programming.

Who you are:

The Admissions Counselor needs to be a strong collaborator, communicator, and evaluator. The Admissions Counselor will build relationships with key constituents, including high school students; work both independently on projects and on teams to fulfill the recruitment, selection, and enrollment mission of the College; manage junior level programs and projects as assigned; travel and manage a physical territory; and leverage technology to manage a high volume, highly selective admissions process.

In addition, the Admissions Counselor must be able to:    

• Effectively speak in public to small and large audiences.
• Write clearly and persuasively.
• Travel locally, out-of-state, and, if required, internationally.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Public speaking experience that includes conducting interviews via phone with prospective students.
• Skilled in engaging with people, using tact and diplomacy while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong customer service skills, including articulating the value of higher education.
• Familiarity with software such as: Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to work beyond standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, to complete projects or meet heavy demand.
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to move boxes weighing up to 50 pounds for travel or campus programs.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle to meet travel expectations.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Arts degree, preferably strong liberal arts
  • Knowledge of Slate CRM
  • Strong technology background
  • Fluency in written and oral communication in a second language

 What You Will Get:

You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a hybrid work environment. And you’ll join an award-winning team of passionate, creative, and supportive people who work hard and have fun engaging in enrolling prospective students at Swarthmore College. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role!

For full consideration, submit applications including resume and cover letter with pay expectations by May 31, 2022.

Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.