Admission Counselor - MSUAASF Range B

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Southwest Minnesota State University seeks a full‑time Admission Counselor to recruit and enroll new students in the Marshall, MN area. The role focuses on prospect generation, inquiry management, application development, and admission to enrollment to meet or exceed enrollment goals.

• Bachelor’s degree plus one year of professional experience in a related field or two years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary training, education and/or professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and interpersonal settings.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to prepare and deliver effective public presentations.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Experience working with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool, preferably Slate.
• Knowledge and understanding of higher education systems.
• Experience working in admissions and with prospective college students.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to write and speak fluently in Spanish.

Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Competitive salary, 11 paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, six weeks of paid parental leave, low‑cost medical and dental insurance, pension and retirement plans, pre‑tax medical and dental expense accounts, dependent care accounts, employer‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents.

Southwest Minnesota State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and/or gender in education programs and activities. SMSU maintains compliance with federal Title IX law and Minnesota statutes. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and interview process should be made to the affirmative action office.