Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor Office of Admissions Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact inthe Rockies! Who We Are University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Admissions Counselor to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captured by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle. Salary $39,979 - $51,586 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location On‑Site Benefits at a Glance Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave. Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices. Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options. Further Your Education: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth. Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well‑being and holistic development. Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture! Summary This campus‑based position will be hired to do prospective student recruitment and admissions counseling for the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). This position utilizes data to plan and implement recruiting and outreach to prospective freshmen and transfer students. This is done in‑person and virtually through high school visitations, college fairs, and other opportunities and activities. This position will counsel and guide students with the goal of applying and attending the University. Essential Functions This position utilizes data to plan and implement recruiting and outreach to prospective freshmen and transfer students. This is done in‑person and virtually through high school visitations, college fairs, and other opportunities and activities. This position will counsel and guide students with the goal of applying and attending the University. This position will be responsible for a specific Colorado territory, representing both in‑person and virtually at a variety of recruitment and counseling activities. Examples, but not limited to: high school visits, college fairs, community college appointments, individual appointments, information sessions, and family engagement. Travel out‑of‑state as needed to select areas to recruit students. Support on‑campus recruitment efforts by taking appointments, greeting visitors, assisting with general inquiries via phone and e‑mail, and supporting and processing admissions documents. Responsible for tracking applicant/admit/incomplete reports related to the territory, charged with idea generation to guide strategies and actions to increase yield. Plan and execute events in territory to convert admits to enrollment (example: admitted student dinner). Associate Director, or other campus personnel, may travel with employee for training and evaluative purposes. Publicly speak, in‑person and virtually, to individuals and groups of varying sizes (potentially 100 or more), regarding the University’s programs and campus community. Prepare professional presentations (speaking and slide decks) for a variety of purposes. Communicate transfer advising information to prospective students and families. Guide prospective students and families through admissions counseling conversations for the best interests of the student’s success. Develop relationships with key contacts (high school counselors, community college advisors, etc.) within the assigned territory. Communicate through a variety of methods such as phone, email, in‑person, text, and social media. Secondary responsibilities and other duties as assigned (examples: visit programs, assisting with development of campus tour guides, development of student assistants, assisting with technical aspects of admissions processing, and more). Some night and evening work is required. Tentative Search Timeline Priority will be given to applications submitted by: June 10, 2026 . Potential interview dates: Week of June 22, 2026 . Potential start date: July 1, 2026 . CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices. Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required. Must have a valid driver’s license issued by a state within the United States. A Master’s degree is preferred. Experience in higher education setting working with students professionally or as a student assistant is preferred. Familiarity with the Colorado Community College System is preferred. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate’s conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle of Higher Education