Transfer Admissions Counselor

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.

Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Regular Full-Time

Murray, KY

12 Months

Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Undergraduate Admissions

Recruits prospective transfer students, meets with students/families, assist in event planning, recruitment/travel, student advising, and other related recruitment activities.

• Responsible for informing, advising and counseling prospective students and their families about the University and its programs
• Responsible for assisting in the execution of recruitment initiatives focused on bringing transfer students to Murray State
• Responsible for staying up to date on new recruitment practices
• Recruitment planning and travel
• Recruitment event planning
• Orientation assistance
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have experience with student recruitment-related activities.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and meet the requirements to operate a university vehicle.

• Normal for office environment.
• Routine travel, additional travel and some overnight evening/weekend events required.

• Ability to travel (day travel as well as overnight), drive to recruitment areas, lift and carry recruitment materials, etc.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document

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