Admissions Counselor

Overview

The Office of Admissions is hiring an Admissions Counselor focused on serving prospective students from rural Alaska and their families. This position will build collaborative relationships with UAF’s branch campuses in rural Alaska, routinely travel to rural communities to recruit students, and perform the full range of duties assigned to all Admissions Counselors.

Meeting with students from any recruitment territory, responding to phone calls and emails directed to the department, assisting with recruitment events, and working closely with student ambassadors.

Maintaining collaborative relationships with branch campuses, routinely traveling to rural communities to recruit students, and performing the full range of duties assigned to all Admissions Counselors.

Representing UAF to prospective students and their families, presenting UAF in a positive, engaging way.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A valid Alaska Driver's License and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.
• Strong organizational skills, public speaking ability, leadership experience, decision‑making skills, event coordination experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, juggle multiple priorities, bring creative ideas.
• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills, student‑centered ethic, willingness to travel.

This is a full‑time, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on March 9, 2026. Please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on March 8, 2026.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bridget Thimsen, SBO Sr. HRC at bmthimsen.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.