Regional Admissions Counselor Austin or Houston TX

The Office of Admissions is a dynamic and growing organization committed to assisting future students learn about and enroll atthe University of Utah. We are seeking a personable, energetic andpoised Admissions Counselor to join our team to help us expand our recruitment reach in- and out-of-state, continue to increase ournew student enrollment, and shape the entering class.

The regional admissions counselor will be an integral part of ourteam responsible for recruiting and enrolling new undergraduate students in the Austin and/or Houston, Texas area. This position isone of two regional admissions counselor positions based in Texas.

The regional admissions counselor will serve as an advisor to prospective students, their families, secondary school counselors and others. The regional admissions counselor will develop an in-depth understanding of admissions practices, institutional policies, and program offerings to effectively recruit students.

The regional admissions counselor will work from home and reside in the Austin or (preferred) Houston, Texas area. The regional admissions counselor will manage all undergraduate student recruitment efforts in this region, while maintaining regular communication with the Office of Admissions located on our main campus in Salt Lake City, Utah.

• Develop, implement, report, and assess a domestic first-yearand transfer recruitment plan that helps the University of Utah achieve its enrollment goals within the Austin or Houston area and Southern Texas region
• Implement a domestic first-year and transfer student recruitment plan which includes high school visits, two-year college visits, college fairs, information sessions, receptions and meetings with secondary school and independent counselors, prospective students, families, and community-based organizations
• Build personalized relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, alumni, and other constituents insupport of the recruitment goals for the territory
• Actively contribute and participate in the Houston Admissions Regional Network (HARN) event and programs throughout the year
• Support the planning of all off-campus admission events in all areas of regional responsibility in collaboration with the campus experience team
• Read and evaluate all domestic applications in regional territory
• Significant travel, including some overnights and weekends, within the territory between early September to November and January to May is required
• Quarterly travel to the University of Utah campus for office training, staff meetings, and on-campus events is also expected
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Preference will be given to candidates who possess excellent customer service skills, demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills, and have adept interpersonal skills; demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of student populations; have the ability to communicate complex information to multiple audiences, as well as speak in front of large groups; demonstrate problem-solving and time-management skills; have a valid driver's license;

possess an understanding of higher education, specifically the value of public higher education. Preference will also be given to those who have admissions/recruitment experience at a regionally accredited university. The select candidate will be willing to work some evenings and weekends and travel overnight in-and out-of-state approximately 4-6 weeks annually.

Requisition Number: PRN
46484B

Full Time or Part Time?:
Full Time

Work Schedule

Summary:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional early mornings, nights, and weekends, as well as some travel.

Department: 00295 - Office of Admissions

Location:

Campus

Pay Rate Range: $60,000 - $63,550

Close Date: 01/13/2027

Open Until Filled: