Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor Posting Number: P2321 Job Title: Admissions Counselor Students Only: No Job Description Summary: Win With a Career Move to Western. At Western Wyoming College we believe employees are our most valuable resource. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, growth-focused culture and our exceptional benefits package. For full-time employees, here are a few of the amazing benefits we offer: - Employer paid contribution of 9.621% to your retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free money? - We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance. - Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, various leave types, and two weeks off over Christmas break! Not to mention, you get time off at Spring Break and have Friday's off in the summer. - Have you ever wanted to take an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? FREE tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality. - like our Children's Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more. - When adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a map of our area, and links to activities and places, view See where your career can take you when you come run with the Mustangs! The primary responsibility of the Admissions Counselor is to recruit students and be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable representative of Western Wyoming College. The Admission Counselor will be responsible for attracting and enrolling prospective students by developing and executing innovative recruitment strategies, building relationships with high schools, community organizations, and prospective students, and representing the college's values and offerings. This person will provide admissions counseling to prospects/applicants of all ages and backgrounds. Travel may be required to support enrollment management activities. This individual must be able to work in both a collaborative team environment, as well as independently on jobs and assignments. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR WHICH THIS INDIVIDUAL IS ACCOUNTABLE 1. Participates in service area and state recruitment efforts. Schedules and conducts visits to high schools both in person and virtual. 2. Assures that recruitment efforts are aligned with the goals of the Admissions department and are within current recruitment trends. 3. Develops and maintains strong professional relationships with key recruitment stakeholders such as community groups, non-governmental organizations (NGO), school counselors and parent groups. 4. This person will work with a customer relations management systems (CRM) software, student information systems (SIS), and student planning systems and be knowledgeable of the functionalities, trainings, recruitment tactics, opportunities, and automation of those systems. 5. Clearly communicates the mission and programs of the college, including transfer degrees, vocational/technical training, and general education. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of courses and programs to provide accurate referrals and guidance to prospective students. 6. Develops workflow within the customer relationship management (CRM) software and student information system (SIS) in collaboration with the Admissions Department to develop a strategic communication plan. Assures that all correspondence is sent in the appropriate format, updated consistently, and in accordance with established communication plans. 7. Works with the Financial Aid Department to ensure dissemination of information and opportunities for awarding scholarships to prospective students. 8. Participates in cross-tr ining of all admissions processes and assists with responsibilities in the absence of other admissions staff. 9. Plan, coordinate, and execute on-campus recruitment events in collaboration with multiple departments on campus. 10. Maintain and update the customer relationship management (CRM) software to track prospective student interactions, applications, and enrollment progress. 11. Recruits, hires, and supervises student ambassadors for the Student Ambassador Program at Western. 12. Develop and oversee the Ambassador Program at Western covering a multitude of objectives including but not limited to communication skills, campus knowledge, event coordination, and marketing initiatives. 13. Participates in recruitment activities/events such as but, not limited to career fairs, conferences, community events and other college presentations. These other recruitment activities/events may be outside of the traditional workday hours. 14. Analyze recruitment, matriculation, and admissions data to assess performance and effectiveness of current and past initiatives. 15. Understands and helps executes Western's strategic enrollment plan. Minimum Qualifications: 1. A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communication, education, at a closely related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience, 2+ years of experience in student recruitment, admissions, or related role in higher education. 2. Ability to effectively relate to people of diverse ages and backgrounds. 3. Strong presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal communication skills. 4. Ability to obtain and maintain a Wyoming class "C" driver's license. Obtain and maintain coverage as a driver under the College's automobile insurance carrier. 5. Ability to frequently lift up to fifty pounds. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Previous work experience in a college Admissions/Recruitment Office. 2. Proficiency with a variety of software programs including customer relationship management (CRM) software, Student Information System (SIS) system, web-based design, word processing, database, and Microsoft Office Suite. 3. Experience with marketing in the public or private sector. Open Date: 07/28/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are required as a condition of employment. This position will require frequent travel. Recruitment activities/events may be outside of the traditional workday hours. Estimated Salary: $52,700 - $61,900 FLSA: Exempt To apply, visit: je-549a85c7c8cd4fbbb52ca2bb598ce538