Admissions Counselor

Posting Details

Position Information


Position Number
006645


Position Title
Admissions Counselor - 006645


Division
Academic Affairs


Department
320700 - New Student Recruitment


Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications


Experience in enrollment services or in a higher education setting is preferred.

Job Description Summary


The University of South Alabama's department of New Student Recruitment is seeking to hire an Admissions Counselor. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions


These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Assists in exploring additional opportunities for increasing the size and academic quality of new freshman and transfer enrollment.
• Meets strategic enrollment goals set by the Office of New Student Recruitment for specific populations as assigned.
• Works at a high level of autonomy.
• Travels extensively to high schools and colleges in a defined territory and surrounding states to recruit prospective students and make presentations.
• Attends various meetings, events, college fairs and other functions which may require overnight and weekend stays.
• Works with the USA Banner system and CRM program (State).
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date reporting to reflect outcomes of recruitment efforts.
• Collaborates with university professionals and disseminates the University message to prospective students and families.
• Corresponds in a professional manner with prospective students by telephone, letter, email and social media.
• Counsels with prospective students and families.
• Accesses student files and determines status information.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable University, state and federal regulations.
• Moves boxes and cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
06/12/2026


Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days
Monday - Friday


Working Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Job Location
Main Campus


Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time


Regular or Temporary
Regular