Admission Counselor

Hammond has been the proud leader of independent education in Columbia, South Carolina for 57 years. Serving 1,000 students in grades PK-12, Hammond offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum supplemented by robust artistic, athletic, and service-learning components. Hammond's signature offerings include a school-wide global studies program focusing on a select country each year, Early Technology Week, an innovative natural history program directed by the school's naturalist-in-residence, and a Public Policy program for upper school students. Hammond is dedicated to furthering its commitment to best practices in the utilization of technology and its applicability to successful and creative teaching and learning. Broadly respected for the breadth and depth of its academic program and its success in preparing students for college and beyond, Hammond is well positioned as one of the premier independent schools in the Southeast. While the school has grown over the years, of particular note and pride within the school community is the strong sense of family that is pervasive across all constituencies. This is a close-knit community of dedicated faculty, students, parents, grandparents, and alumni who are committed to the success of the students and of the school. Hammond is located in Columbia, the capital city and the heart of a thriving metropolitan area, boasting a nationally recognized zoo, one of the largest art museums in the area, an award- winning public library, a widely recognized children's museum, and the University of South Carolina. Columbia's prime location is in close proximity to the mountains and the coast and other large metropolitan areas such as Charlotte and Atlanta.

Hammond School is seeking a driven, customer-focused individual to serve as Admission Counselor. This full-time exempt position is responsible for communicating Hammond's value proposition and working to execute Hammond's strategic plan to reach the school's enrollment goals. The counselor supports the director in all aspects of enrollment management: identifying, recruiting, assessing, enrolling and retaining mission-appropriate Hammond students.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Works with a team of two to support the admission process from inquiry to enrollment. Conducts one on one family tours, arranges student visits, and guides families through the admission process
• Reviews and interprets student admission data including transcripts, standardized test scores, writing samples, teacher recommendations and teacher feedback to inform admission decisions and communicates these decisions with families
• Collaborates with colleagues across campus including faculty, division heads, the business office, operations and the head of school to ensure a seamless experience for families. Responsible for working with the team to build strategy and culture to retain mission-appropriate students
• Interprets year over year admission statistics to help identify trends, project enrollment and drive admission strategy
• Participates in the life of the school, supporting students and building relationships with families
  
  

Required

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in education and/or admissions is preferred
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and verbal and written communication skills
• Strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality
• Proficiency with computers (Blackbaud Experience is a plus)
• Sales and marketing skills
• A customer service mindset
  
  

Reporting: This position reports to the Director of Admission & Financial Aid

A Completed Application Will Include The Following Components

• A cover letter expressing their interest and related experiences
• A current résumé
• Names of three professional references with name, phone number, and email address (References will be contacted only with prior candidate approval)
  
  

The completed application and other required documents should be submitted via the website and will be directed to Carson McQueen, Director of Admission & Financial Aid.

Hammond School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hammond School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.