Admissions Counselor , Undergraduate Admissions

Rowan University
• 201 Mullica Hill Road
• Glassboro, New Jersey 08028 •

Job no: 501670

Work type: Regular Full-Time

Location: Glassboro, New Jersey

Categories: Professional

Position: Full-Time Permanent Professional Services Specialist IV (Admissions Counselor), AFT Range 18

Department: Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Division of Student Affairs

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor participates in all aspects of undergraduate admission efforts, including participation in recruiting activities, application evaluation, interviewing candidates, and other duties assigned by the Associate Director.

The Admissions Counselor will primarily recruit high‑school seniors throughout the northeast region, conducting comprehensive presentations to high‑school counselors and students during visitations, representing Rowan University at college days, college nights, and group presentations, and engaging at regional and national college fairs.

Participation also includes the University Open House Programs, Campus Visit Programs, Admitted Students Days, Tour Presentations, and all other initiatives from Strategic Enrollment Management.

They will review applications for all active entry terms, evaluating complete applications and supporting materials as required.

Additionally, the Admissions Counselor will participate on university committees and in related professional association activities.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college.
• Highly motivated and works well independently.
• Availability to work day, evening and weekend hours – including extensive travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 1‑year related professional work experience.
• Experience working in a college admissions office, including recruitment travel.
• Experience working at a tuition‑driven institution.
• Student‑centered and able to balance multiple projects in a fast‑paced academic environment.
• Highly proficient with technology, Banner, Slate CRM, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word).
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experienced team‑leader with proven analytical and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with various university constituent groups.

• Annual base salary range for AFT Range 18 (Step 1: $57,072 to Step 4: $65,629), with placement determined by qualifications, experience and internal equity.
• For internal applicants, salary is determined per the Pay Adjustment formula (NJAC 4A:3‑4.9 & 4.10).
• Benefits include comprehensive New Jersey state health, dental and retirement benefits, accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse and dependents (undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. – no sponsorship for a work visa.
• All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations.
• Only completed online applications submitted by the posted deadline will be considered.

Final date to receive applications: Jul 22 2026 11:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time