Admissions Counselor

Posting Details

Position Title:

Admissions Counselor

Position Type:
Professional/Salaried

Department:
Support Center - Sumter

Division:
Student Affairs

Campus:
Troy Online

Work Status:
Full-Time (FT)

Location:

Sumter, SC - G16

Posting Date: 08/12/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

• Discovers and cultivates prospective student and new market leads.
• Recruits prospective students and provides essential information related to admissions requirements and enrollment processes.
• Makes vital information available to the community through visits and presentations.
• Works collaboratively with University deans, faculty, staff, alumni, and current students to attract new students.
• Fosters awareness, promotion, and support of a culture of higher education through outreach.
• Assists and supports University initiatives related to recognition and growth.
• Assists Enrollment Coordinator with arranging and coordinating faculty and staff visits with community college counselors or other event coordinators.
• Strategize on opportunities to enhance Early College efforts in SC territories .
• Represent the University at community and outside organization functions including career days, special events and conferences; meet with Principals and South Carolina Independent School Association representatives to organizations to exchange information and answer questions; prepare and deliver presentations regarding programs and services.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field from an accredited college or university
• One year of recruiting and/or sales experience
• Must have reliable transportation and current valid driver’s license
• Proven track record of exceeding goals
• Exceptional communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport with a diverse customer base
• Excellent organizational skills and acute attention to detail

• Master’s degree
• Higher Education experience

Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility.

• Standard work hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday – Friday
• Must also be willing to market and recruit in the evenings and on weekends
• Frequent travel is required, occasional overnight travel

Typical office environment; frequently lifting and carrying items up to 20 lbs.; frequently sitting at a desk or workstation using a computer display, keyboard, and mouse.

No.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• List of References
• Letter of Reference 1