Admissions Counselor

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, approved by the University of South Alabama, and possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.

Experience in enrollment services or in a higher education setting is preferred.

The University of South Alabama’s department of New Student Recruitment is seeking to hire an Admissions Counselor. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

• Assists in exploring additional opportunities for increasing the size and academic quality of new freshman and transfer enrollment.
• Meets strategic enrollment goals set by the Office of New Student Recruitment for specific populations as assigned.
• Works at a high level of autonomy.
• Travels extensively to high schools and colleges in a defined territory and surrounding states to recruit prospective students and make presentations.
• Attends various meetings, events, college fairs and other functions which may require overnight and weekend stays.
• Works with the USA Banner system and CRM program (State).
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date reporting to reflect outcomes of recruitment efforts.
• Collaborates with university professionals and disseminates the University message to prospective students and families.
• Corresponds in a professional manner with prospective students by telephone, letter, email and social media.
• Counsels with prospective students and families.
• Accesses student files and determines status information.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable University, state and federal regulations.
• Moves boxes and cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance.
• Works schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.