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Admissions Counselor (JacksonSouth MS)

University Of Mississippi

Job Location:

University, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 42640 - 63980

Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The University of Mississippi fondly referred to as Ole Miss stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant inclusive community where every member student faculty and staff can achieve their fullest potential.

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Department:

The Office of Admissions

Job Summary:

Implements recruitment plans organizes events works with staff and student/alumni volunteers evaluates admissions applications and represents the institution to prospective students with a goal of attracting admitting and enrolling a talented geographically diverse student body.

Job Description:

Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities.
Receives evaluates and responds to freshman and transfer student applications according to established policies and procedures.
Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution.
Identifies opportunities for program improvement or new program development.
Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals.
Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.
Identifies promotes and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach recruitment and admission.
Manage a calendar (events visits fairs etc.) and travel 3-5 days a week during the Fall and Spring semesters to recruit prospective students to the university.
Cover letter and resume required.
Must be located in Jackson or Southwest Mississippi region.

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Job Responsibilities:

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelors (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience No Experience Required Not Required

Compensation:

$42640.00 - $63980.80

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice education program or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race color gender sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ethnicity citizenship age disability military status protected veteran status genetic information or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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