Admissions Counselor Online and Hybrid Programs

Located in Eureka, Illinois, and chartered in 1855, Eureka College cultivates excellence in learning, service and leadership while providing students uniquely personalized and custom educational opportunities.

Originally founded by abolitionist members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka College holds the unique distinction of being the first college in Illinois and only the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. The college, which is located on nearly 70 wooded acres in central Illinois, is the smallest of only 23 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor's degree to a future President of the United States.

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within its administration, faculty, staff, and students.

All offers of employment are contingent upon authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship and a successful completion, and clearance, of a background screening.

Position:Admissions Counselor for Online and Hybrid Programs

Location: Eureka, IL

Job :291

# of Openings:1

POSITION TITLE: Admissions Counselor for Online and Hybrid Programs

REPORTS TO: Dean of Enrollment Management

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the recruitment, admission, and enrollment of non-traditional students in online and hybrid degree completion and certificate programs. The Admissions Counselor develops and implements recruitment strategies to attract prospective students, builds relationships with community organizations, employers, educational institutions, and other strategic partners, and identifies opportunities to expand enrollment within designated geographic territories and student populations. The position provides transcript assessment, early academic advising, and guidance on admission requirements and prior learning assessment to facilitate student enrollment and success.

Additional responsibilities include supporting workforce grant reporting, coordinating with the Provost’s Office and faculty on prior learning assessment, managing online course enrollment and scheduling, and maintaining accurate student and program records.

RECRUITMENT AND TERRITORY DEVELOPMENT

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract prospective students to online and hybrid degree completion and certificate programs.
• Manage assigned recruitment territories by identifying prospective student populations, assessing enrollment opportunities, and developing outreach plans to increase program awareness and enrollment.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community colleges, employers, workforce development agencies, community organizations, military and veteran-serving organizations, and other potential referral partners.
• Conduct outreach to prospective students through individual appointments, phone calls, email, virtual meetings, presentations, information sessions, recruitment events, and other appropriate engagement activities.
• Represent the institution and its online and hybrid programs at community events, college fairs, employer meetings, workforce development events, and other recruitment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective students through consistent follow-up, inquiry management, personalized communication, and guidance throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Management, academic departments, faculty, marketing, and other campus partners to develop targeted recruitment initiatives aligned with program needs and institutional enrollment goals.
• Identify emerging markets, employer partnerships, transfer pathways, and other opportunities to expand access to online and hybrid programs.
• Monitor recruitment activity,…