Admission Counselors

South Carolina, 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29614, USA Position Summary Are you passionate about helping students discover their calling in a Christ-centered academic environment? As an Admission Counselor at Bob Jones University, you will play a key role in the recruitment and enrollment process, working to attract, assess, and guide prospective students through one of the most important decisions of their lives. This position calls for a dynamic, personable individual who understands BJU’s programs and culture and can combine relationship‑building with strategic communication to connect effectively with diverse student populations. What you’ll do Student Recruitment: Connect with prospective students through digital meetings, school visits, college fairs, campus events, and other channels. Engage prospective students through personalized outreach and follow‑up strategies that build trust and move conversations forward. Represent BJU with professionalism and enthusiasm, providing details about programs, admission requirements, and campus life. Application Processing: Review and evaluate student applications to ensure completeness and accuracy. Support students and parents through every step of the application process with timely communication. Counseling and Advising: Provide personalized guidance on program selection, admission requirements, and career pathways with prospective students. Use active listening and consultative questioning techniques to uncover student goals and align them with BJU’s programs. Assist students in preparing application materials. Outreach and Events: Participate in open houses, campus tours showcasing the University’s offerings, and other recruitment events. Enjoy travel opportunities to connect with students and schools at recruiting events (approximately 3 weeks per semester). Academic Program Focus: Develop a deep understanding of BJU’s academic programs. Collaborate with deans and faculty to strengthen outreach efforts. Marketing Mindset: Champion the BJU brand and communicate its life‑changing impact. Advocate persuasively for Christian higher education and BJU. Enthusiastically engage with the colleagues, customers, and constituency of BJU. Note: This position is approximately 75% at a desk, 15% connecting in campus activities, 10% travel. What you bring Ability to influence decisions through relationship‑building and clear communication. Strong communication skills that are clear, persuasive, and professional across phone, text, email, and in‑person. A love for people and relationship‑building with prospective students, parents, and others. Comfort with goal‑oriented outreach and follow‑up strategies. Skill in presenting information in a way that connects with individual needs and motivations. Comfort with technology and a willingness to learn CRM platforms, reporting tools, and digital engagement strategies. Ability to multi‑task, manage projects, and prioritize and organize responsibilities. Professional appearance and demeanor. Passion for BJU’s mission and Christian higher education. An applicant must be a born‑again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc. (see Employees are to be active members of a local Bible‑believing church which holds orthodox theology. Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world‑class education from a biblical worldview. Education Bachelor’s or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr