Department Student Services Counselor - Wayne Campus

Position Information

Student Services Counselor - Wayne Campus.

Employer:

The University of Akron.

Location:

Wayne County, OH. Closing date:
February 21, 2026. Position Type:
Counselor;

Hours:

Full-time;

Employment Type:

Permanent;
Organization Type:
College / University.

Counsel students at Wayne College on various aspects of student life including admission, career opportunities, financial aid and graduation. Process various paperwork related to area of involvement. May determine and counsel students on Ohio residency requirements. Maintain records relating to the functions of student registration and student records.

• Process applications and other necessary paperwork dependent on area of involvement.
• Assist and counsel students on academic and/or residency requirements, educational and career plans, and selection of courses.
• Perform administrative duties including managing student personnel, payroll records, and issuing letters to students.
• Maintain student databases and generate reports from database.
• Compile and distribute data/statistics and reports to internal and external departments/agencies.
• Perform other clerical functions as needed.

Requires 18 months of education or training beyond high school.

None.

Requires a minimum of 4 years' experience in student advisement, counseling, admissions and/or customer service. Strong communication and customer service skills required. Computer skills including spreadsheet, database and word processing capabilities required. Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds required. Knowledge of university procedures, policies and administrative structure preferred.

Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.

Job is physically comfortable; individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking, standing, etc. May occasionally lift very lightweight objects.

Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions and/or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems. Near continuous use of a video display terminal.

In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Review of applicants will begin February 16, 2026.

The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Cindy Harm, Email: charm.

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.