Evening Counselor, Fulltime Evenings

Admissions Counselor
Administrative (Full Time)
Job Title: Admissions Counselor

Summary of Position: The admissions counselor position promotes the University and its programs to prospective students and their communities. The admissions counselor manages a caseload of students to identify, recruit, admit and matriculate successfully into the University, its programs and community. The goal is accomplished through building relationships with the student and their family, sharing opportunities available to the student at IWU and encouraging them on their next steps. Engagement varies by season but includes travel, hospitality during campus visits and extensive communication with families (including phone calls).

Monitor and adjust strategy to help meet historic benchmarks for yield and acceptance percentage

Assist other counselors with meeting their goals

Provide successful handoff of matriculated students

Initiate frequent and meaningful communication (telephone, text, social media, notes, email, etc.) with students and parents at all steps of the recruitment process

Engage in meaningful communication with key influencers of students, including parents, guidance personnel, pastors, and alumni to assist in recruiting

Meet with and host prospective students and their guests when visiting campus, including campus tours, hosting them for meals and chapel, walking them to appointments, etc.

Plan and execute travel around assigned college fairs that include visiting relevant high schools and engaging churches and pastors as advised

Participate in informal and formal territory events, including site visits, camps, conferences, and church gatherings, in coordination with the Wesleyan church and other partners

Engage with conference guests via booth set‑up, stage‑time, dinner receptions, evening activities, and conference activities

Coordinate recruitment efforts with student service areas, academic programs and other units (e.g. athletics, honors college, etc.)

e.g. new majors, chapel program focus, co‑curricular experiences, student services processes)

Communicate the value of a Christ‑centered education in a manner that recognizes potential students come from diverse theological backgrounds

Thoroughly evaluate all travel efforts to improve systems and methods on an ongoing basis

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Bachelor's Degree Required

Demonstration of a clear commitment to pursuing the greatest good for students and communities, including promoting student success

Demonstration of a clear commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Exceptional communication skills across multiple mediums, including written and presentation as well as with technology (phone conversation, video chat, text, email, social media, etc.)

Strong interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence, friendliness/warmth, and conversation skills

Capable of operating comfortably, effectively and efficiently in MS Office systems

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.Applications close: 19 Jul 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time

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