Admissions Counselor
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
Title: Admissions Counselor
Position Type: Fulltime Staff
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 30R003 - StudentSuccessOutreach&Opportunity
Division: 5R0000 - Student Success Engage & Oppor
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: University Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type:Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week:
Additional Schedule Details: Some nights and weekends on campus as well as in-state and out-of-state travel will be required. Overnight recruitment trips may also be included.
Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G20
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Melanie Steier
Job Summary/Basic Functions This Admissions Counselor position is responsible for recruiting qualified undergraduate in-of-state and out-state students to the University by developing and implementing data-driven strategies conducting market analysis and using predictive modeling to guide outreach. This role serves as a primary liaison to school counselors and community organizations while building strong relationships with prospective students and their families throughout the college search process. The counselor manages an assigned territory through a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system ensuring consistent follow-up with inquiries applicants and admitted students. Communication takes place across multiple platforms including phone email written correspondence social media and presentations. The position also involves traveling to college fairs at the state regional and national levels visiting high schools in designated markets and participating in University-hosted recruitment events. |
Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree is required. Masters preferred. Experience: One year of related work experience is required. Licensure & Certifications: Valid state drivers license is required. |
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Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: Yes
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EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over) race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy ethnicity disability national origin veteran status or genetic information in the admission to or participation in any educational program or activity (e.g. athletics academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
About Company
Established in 1874, Eastern Kentucky University is a nationally recognized public university located in Richmond, Kentucky.