Admissions Advisor

Admissions Advisor

Ohio University is seeking an energetic and student-focused professional to serve as an Admissions Advisor, playing a vital role in connecting prospective students with the opportunities and resources that define the Ohio experience. This front-line recruitment role will guide students and families through the admissions process, applying knowledge of academic programs, policies, and student services to help them make informed decisions about their future.

Through personalized engagement and a commitment to service, the Admissions Advisor contributes directly to the University's enrollment goals and student success.

As part of a collaborative admissions team in the Online, Transfer & Credit Services Center, the Admissions Advisor will recruit and evaluate prospective students, manage territory-based outreach, and represent Ohio University at high schools, college fairs, and recruitment events. This position will build and maintain relationships with students, families, counselors, and community partners while delivering clear, accurate, and compelling information about the University.

This role also involves reviewing applications, supporting admissions decisions, and ensuring a smooth and responsive experience for every prospective student.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop skills in recruitment strategy, data-informed outreach, and cross-campus collaboration while contributing to meaningful outcomes. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about higher education, thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment and enjoys balancing relationship-building with detail-oriented work.

Position Profile:
Recruits, evaluates, and participates in the selection of candidates for University admission. Coordinates with all internal departments, external organizations, and individuals involved in the admissions process. Advises applicants and parents about educational planning. Ensures the effective and compliant processing of student applications.

Level

Summary:

Performs professional-level work that involves basic, operational problem-solving. Independently resolves day-to-day issues and executes clearly defined tasks. Provides data analysis and informational insights to support decision-making.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None; may assist with training student employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.

Problem Solving:
Solves routine problems with defined processes and guidance.

Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision.

Communication and

Collaboration:

Collaborates with peers and follows guidance from supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Significant travel, including some overnights and weekends, within assigned territory is required. Travel to Ohio University for training, on-campus events, and collaboration with admissions staff and university colleagues is also expected. Must be able to travel independently.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and less than 3 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in college admissions, academic advising in higher education, college student personnel, or counseling or teaching in secondary schools; demonstrated interpersonal and written communication and public speaking skills. Demonstrated organizational and time management skills. Ability to work collaboratively. Data analysis experience. The incumbent is able to represent the University in a professional and positive manner and abide by the National Association for College Admission Counseling's Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission.

Ability to travel independently including overnight and internationally. Ability to pass background checks, university judiciary review, and regular driving history audits.

Pay Rate:
The Admissions Advisor is mapped to Pay Grade CA&P 15 at Ohio, with a target hiring range of $43,888-$45,837. The exact starting salary for the selected candidate will be negotiable, commensurate with education and experience, and competitive in the field within the context of similarly situated positions at public universities nationally. In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more.

Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, wellbeing incentive…