Admissions Counselor, High School Services

Admissions Counselor, High School Services

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Job Posting Details

• Position Number: ,
• Payroll
  
  Title:
  
  ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 2
• Job Code: 4508
• Job Open Date: 11/17/2025
• Application Review Begins: 12/4/2025
• Department Code (Name): ADMS (Admissions Office)
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Union Code (Name): SV (SSAP) - Student Services & Advising Professionals*
• Employee Class (Appointment Type):
  Staff:
  Career
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Salary Range: $28.88 to $33.10/hour (budgeted), $28.88 to $49.76/hour (full range)
• Work Location:
  
  1234 Cheadle Hall
• Working Days and
  
  Hours:
  
  M-F, 8 am - 5pm
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Full Benefits
• Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement:
  Hybrid Eligible

This position is in a job classification that recently became part of the Student Services and Advising Professionals (SSAP) bargaining unit. The unit is represented by the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW). Until a Collective Bargaining Agreement is ratified, terms are governed by Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM). For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

• 30% High School and Community College Outreach

  The incumbent conducts outreach at high schools and community colleges to inform prospective UCSB students, parents, counselors, and educators about admission policies and practices, and to encourage students—particularly underrepresented students—to apply and enroll in UCSB. Outreach primarily occurs in the fall. Specific duties include initiating visits, meeting with parents and prospective students, delivering oral and multimedia presentations, maintaining knowledge of all campus aspects, representing UCSB at professional conferences, and advising on academic records.
  
  The incumbent serves as a member of the Admissions Selection Committee and reviews application files to recommend freshman admission.

• 20% Special Event Planning – Committee Member

  The incumbent assists in coordinating special events, both on campus and throughout California. Duties include developing new initiatives, coordinating Chancellor’s Regional Receptions and Open Houses, liaising with relevant departments, and encouraging high-achieving admitted students to participate in the Chancellor’s Regional Receptions.

• 50% Applicant Advocacy

  The incumbent counsels and advises newly admitted students and their parents regarding admission, enrollment, housing, financial aid, course selection, and other concerns. The role serves as a liaison between admitted students and multiple university units—EOP, Financial Aid, Admissions, Orientation, Housing, and student organizations—to address special needs and questions in a timely manner.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population
• Working knowledge of UC and the ability to interpret policies and procedures for prospective applicants and the public
• Understanding of academic programs, curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at UC
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions
• Knowledge of admissions requirements for campus/school/college
• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Requires travel during the year; night and weekend work may be required during travel season
• Mandated reporting requirements for Child Abuse
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean record and participate in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• Requires a satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

• Covered Individuals must comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs. Proof of up-to-date vaccinations or exception requests must be provided by the compliance date.
• Additional requirements may be imposed under federal, state, or local public health directives.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

All reasonable access accommodations for applicants with disabilities can be requested by contacting Katherine Abad in Human Resources at  or emailing katherine.abadb.edu. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about application status.