Graduate Admissions Counselor

Graduate Admissions Counselor

La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees' dependents (after completing the required years of service).

Position Details

Position Title - Graduate Admissions Counselor

Department - 540000 – Grad. Marketing & Enrollment

Position Type - Regular

Position Classification - Full-Time, 12 months

Grant/Gift Funded (all or a portion)? - No

If Temporary or Grant Funded, Start Date and End Date - n/a

Posting Number - S1468P

Position Summary - The Graduate Admissions Counselor has the primary responsibility for recruiting, admitting and enrolling graduate and adult students. The graduate admissions counselor will represent La Salle University both on- and off-campus to prospective students and other individuals or organizations involved in the admissions selection process. This position reports directly to the Associate Director of Graduate and Adult Admissions.

Essential Duties - Identify, recruit, advise, and enroll prospective students, serving as their primary contact while counseling them on the enrollment process and graduate opportunities at La Salle University. Conducts file review for all completed graduate applicants. Accurately maintains data entry in CRM and application portal; including but not limited to inquiry entry, application review, and all other pertinent communications with prospective students. Schedule and conduct recruitment related travel, representing the University by attending fairs, visits, and other travel as needed. Create, implement, and manage communications, including but not limited to visits, emails, letters, and brochures. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to represent the office and University in a professional manner, conducting compelling, persuasive presentations to both small and large groups. Ability to build and nurture relationships across the campus community and with community and external partners. Ability to adapt and problem-solve as needed, especially under pressure. Highly motivated with a positive attitude, strong commitment to customer service.

Secondary Responsibilities - Assist Enrollment Management staff as needed. Manage special projects and/or serve on committees as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned.

# of Direct Reports - 0

Required Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree or relevant equivalent work experience in Admission or higher education. Valid driver's license. Ability to work as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal skills. Experience working in higher education or a related field. Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.

Preferred Qualifications - Recruitment or admissions experience. Capable of undertaking complex admissions responsibilities with minimal direction. Strong customer service orientation and experience in developing recruiting and communication strategies. Previous experience using Technolutions SlateCRM. Previous experience using Ellucian's BANNER.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours - Ability to lift, load, and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment up to 35 pounds.

Special Instructions to Applicant - La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees' dependents (after completing the required years of service).

Posting Information

Application Open Date - 09/22/2026

Application Close Date

Application Open To - Internal and External Applicants

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education you have completed (at the time of application)?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate Degree (e.g., PhD, PsyD, JD)
   • None of the above
2. * How many years of experience do you have in a related position?
   • None
   • Less than 3 years
   • 3-5 years
   • 6-8 years
   • More than 8 years
3. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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   • disabilitysolutionstalent.org
   • disabledperson.com
   • employdiversity.com
   • hercjobs.org
   • higheredjobs.com
   • hireourheros.com
   • hispanic-today.com
   • indeed.com
   • jofdav.com (Job Opportunities for Disabled Veterans)
   • La Salle Website
   • monster.com
   • Referred by a Current or Former Employee
   • Referred by a Friend or Family Member
   • usmilitarypipeline.com
   • veteransenterprise.com
   • vetjobs.com
   • wib-i.com (Women in Business & Industry)
   • womenforhire.com
   • Other - Academic or Professional Publication
   • Other - Agency or Search Firm Referral
   • Other - Diversity Association/Publication Website
   • Other - Conference or Career Fair
   • Other - Local Newspaper
   • Other - Internet Site Not Listed Above
   • Other - Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
4. * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this questions does not apply, please enter "N/A".

   (Open Ended Question)