Admissions Counselor - Admissions and Student Programs

Southeast Missouri State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number:

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Admissions and New Student Programs

Office of Admissions and New Student Programs

Southeast Missouri State University's Office of Admissions and New Student Programs is seeking a professional to advise students and families on the college search and enrollment processes. The Admission Counselor will manage a recruitment territory, develop recruitment strategies, and execute outreach in their assigned territory.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, results-oriented, energetic professional who can succeed working independently. They will be a member of the University's admissions and new student programs team - a team that is student-focused and committed to offering personal support for every student to persist in college and complete their degree.

This role is integral to the University's enrollment management efforts and responsible for developing new student enrollment to meet institutional goals.

• Guide new students through college visit, application, and enrollment steps within an assigned geographic territory
• Develop relationships with prospective students, family members, and high school counselors
• Collaborate with school districts to deliver early awareness, financial aid, and college planning presentations
• Implement recruitment activities such as application workshops, webinars, and information sessions
• Travel regularly, including evenings and weekends to visit schools and attend college fairs
• Provide presentations to small and large groups
• Host community-based events, support on-campus special events, and meet daily with campus visitors
• Conduct 1:1 recruitment outreach daily by video and audio calls, email, text and in-person
• Engage with students on social platforms (e.g., Zee Mee, College Vine)
• Maintain accurate student records in the University's customer relationship management (CRM) and student information systems

• Bachelor's Degree
• Demonstrated experience in sales or customer service environment
• Proficient in the use of technology tools used to manage information, including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Great relationship builder and conversationalist
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer service
• Excels working independently with minimal supervision
• Skillsets in time management and organization
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrates innovative approaches in problem solving
• Exercises sound judgment
• Ability to travel extensively with or without accommodation and work alternate work schedules including evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of publications and display materials with or without accommodation
• Possess a valid state driver's license

Final date to receive applications:
To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by August 4, 2026. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO):
Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The University believes that a diverse University community advances the academic purposes of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.