Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor Full Time JR-10451 JOB SUMMARY Performs professional duties in one or more student services program areas at an institution of higher education. JOB DUTIES Evaluation, Decision Making, and Communication: Evaluates academic credentials and reviews application information of potential students to ensure consistent alignment with current Admissions Office, Admissions Committee, and University procedures. Makes admissions decisions and initiates communication with prospective students and their parents utilizing University technology and processes to appropriately document these interactions. Travel and Recruitment Territory/Population Management: Maintains a full travel or online contact schedule for assigned recruitment territory or population. Must follow the State of South Carolina's guide for travel expenses. Promotion Representation and Guidance: Promotes and represents the University to prospective students, their families, and school officials at college fairs, recruitment events, and information sessions. Assists in the development and operation of admissions sponsored events. Meets with prospective students and high school counselors regarding admissions activity and recruitment processes. Provides accurate information on admission and curriculum to foster positive prospective student experiences with the University. JOB CODE CB70 EMPLOYEE TYPE Regular FTE Staff Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs. RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE: Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Not responsible for supervising employees. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES: No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Move, transport, raise or lower 30lbs or less: 5% Walk or move about: 5% Stand for Prolonged Period: 100% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 5% WORK SCHEDULE Standard Hours: 37.5 COMPENSATION INFORMATION Expected Salary Range: $42000 - 46000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL Essential Support - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is necessary to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call. JOB LOCATION Clemson, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE September 2, 2026 MILITARY AND VETERAN Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with any questions or issues. CLOSING STATEMENT Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr