Admissions Counselor; Student Services Professional II

Job No: 562286

Work Type: Staff

Locations: Southern California:
San Diego

Categories: Bargaining Unit:
Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Appointment Type:
Probationary, Time Basis:
Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Student Services, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac):
On-site (work in-person at business location)

The Admissions Counselor plays an exciting role in introducing future students and their families to the opportunities available at San Diego State University. Reporting to the Director of Student Recruitment and School Relations, this position independently plans and delivers strategic recruitment activities at high schools, community colleges, on campus, and virtually. From leading admissions presentations and application workshops to representing SDSU at college fairs and major recruitment events, the Admissions Counselor serves as a knowledgeable and welcoming ambassador for the university.

This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing, student-centered professional who enjoys public speaking, building relationships, traveling, and helping prospective students confidently navigate their path to SDSU.

• Plan and conduct recruitment activities at assigned high schools and community colleges, including admissions presentations, application workshops, college fairs, and virtual events.
• Advise prospective students and families on SDSU and CSU admission requirements, application processes, and available campus programs and resources.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with school counselors, educational partners, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support campus visitation and recruitment programs, including tours, preview events, open houses, and targeted outreach initiatives.
• Represent SDSU at recruitment events throughout the region and California, including occasional overnight travel and evening or weekend activities.

• Inspire prospective students as they explore one of the most important decisions of their educational journey.
• Represent SDSU throughout California while building meaningful relationships with students, families, and educational partners.
• Combine public speaking, advising, event coordination, and travel in a dynamic student-facing role.
• Help expand access to higher education by connecting diverse prospective students with opportunities and resources at SDSU.
• Join a collaborative enrollment team committed to recruitment, access, and creating a welcoming experience for future Aztecs.

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

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Enrollment Services is comprised of the Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Office of the Registrar, Prospective Student Services, Out of State and Strategic Partnerships, International Recruitment, Enrollment Services Communications, Cal Coast Student Financial Center, and Financial Aid and Scholarships. The goals of Enrollment Services are to implement SDSU enrollment management policies and to provide services to students from their initial point of…