Admissions Counselor

The Office of Admissions at South Dakota State University ( SDSU )is excited to announce a career opportunity for an Admissions Counselor. This role is key in helping the University achieve its enrollment goals through undergraduate admissions recruitment programs. The Admissions Counselor position is multidimensional, providing timely customer service to prospective students regarding varied topics related to college exploration while simultaneously supporting the various college and university enrollment goals. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Professionally represent SDSU at college fairs, high school visits, and other off-campus programs through positive interactions with perspective students and campus partners. Meet with and advise prospective students and families that visit SDSU regarding campus benefits and services available. Successfully manage assigned territories and implement undergraduate admissions recruitment programs to meet enrollment goals of the university. Establish an effective communication program for students in assigned territories. Determine admission status of freshman students. Establish personal written communications projects for prospective students. Respond to incoming inquiries for information through phone, department email account, and web chat. Assist with orientation/early registration as needed. Complete assigned project planning guides. Other duties as assigned. Participate in professional service as assigned.

BENEFITS

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Earned Bachelor’s degree by first date of employment The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust priorities based on changing circumstances without compromising quality. Exceptional telephone skills Experience working in a customer facing professional role within a team-based office environment. Strong verbal, written, interpersonal and electronic communication skills A willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours Must have a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with personal schedule management – setting priorities and meeting deadlines without external oversight. Experience working in a fast paced, team environment Knowledge of SDSU, South Dakota or the Midwest; Experience working in student affairs and/or active participation in student organizations, campus life events, orientation, etc. Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Posting Date: 07/30/2026 Closing Date: 08/13/2026 Open Until Filled: No Advertised Salary: The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $20.67 per hour. Duration of the Term: 12 months Appointment Percent: 100 Work Hours: Varied. Typical Hours Worked Per Week: Appointment Type: Regular Faculty Status: No Scope of Search: External (includes Internal) This position requires: Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Driver's License Department Description and Cultural Expectations SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Seth Conley at View email address on click.appcast.io. Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements: Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication. Protective Clothing/Equipment: Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Physical Requirements Carrying, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Climbing Stairs, Grasping, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Repetitive Motion. Fine Finger Manipulation – basic computer and keyboard skills. Sensory Requirements Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses). Working Conditions & Exposures Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete. Working Environment Classroom Environment, Office Environment. Supplemental Questions Where did you hear about this position? LinkedIn SDBOR Employment Site South Dakota Department of Labor Employee Referral Department Announcement / Inside State Handshake Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify Industry Conference Search Engine - Please specify Employment Agency - Please specify Newspaper - Please specify HigherEdJobs.com Chronicle of Higher Education Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) - Please specify Radio - Please specify APLU List Servs - Please specify Alumni Other - Please specify #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.