Admission Counselor

Illinois College; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois College in Jacksonville, IL seeks an Admission Counselor to engage high school students and families, deliver presentations, and guide applicants through the enrollment process. You will travel within your assigned territory, represent the college at schools and community events, review applications, and partner with colleagues to achieve enrollment goals.

As an Admission Counselor, you will gain hands-on experience in consultative sales, marketing, public speaking, project management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Seasonal travel within an assigned territory.
• Dynamic public speaking with excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a goal-oriented strategic thinker.
• Intercultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Valid driver's license and evidence of insurability.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds, reach above shoulders, bend at the waist, stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students and families about the value of an Illinois College education.
• Act as Territory Manager for an assigned region within the US to realize an enrollment goal.
• Meet weekly goals for counselor-initiated completed contacts and respond to inquiries across time zones.
• Review applications for admission and scholarships.
• Assist with on-campus, off-campus, and virtual recruiting events and conduct information sessions.
• Conduct follow-up with prospective students at times convenient for different domestic time zones.
• Provide hospitality to create lasting connections with prospective students and staff.
• Collaborate to support division-wide enrollment initiatives.

Skills

Public speaking

Writing

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Collaborative

Strategic thinking

Intercultural competence

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Illinois College - Jacksonville, IL 62650

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range: $43,000.00 - $46,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Description

Become a recruiter, marketer, advisor, storyteller, presenter, and relationship builder…all in one role. Build relationships, solve problems, and help students make life-changing decisions while developing skills that will serve you throughout your career. If you're energized by connecting with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want a career where no two days are the same, we'd love to meet you.

As an Admission Counselor, you'll work with high school students and families, delivering presentations, executing events, analyzing data, and helping prospective students navigate one of the most important decisions of their lives. You'll travel throughout your assigned territory, represent Illinois College at schools and community events, review applications, and partner with colleagues to achieve shared enrollment goals. Along the way, you'll gain real-world experience in consultative sales, marketing, public speaking, project management, and strategic decision-making.

Essential Functions:

The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

• Counsel prospective students and their families as they seek to learn about the value of an Illinois College education.
• Act as Territory Manager for an assigned region within the US to realize an assigned recruitment goal.
• Meet weekly goals for counselor initiated completed contacts. Respond to in-person, phone and electronic admissions inquiries in a timely manner and at times that are appropriate for different time zones.
• Review applications for admission and scholarships
• Assist with on-campus, off-campus, and virtual recruiting events and conduct information sessions.
• Conduct follow-up with prospective students at times that are convenient for different domestic time zones
• Provide enlightened hospitality to create lasting connections with prospective students, families and school counseling staff.
• Work with others to support division-wide enrollment initiatives such as event planning, program management, communication flow, and other duties as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications:

• Bachelors degree, required
• This position includes seasonal travel within an assigned territory, along with occasional evening and weekend recruitment events planned in advance
• Dynamic public speaker with excellent writing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a goal-oriented strategic thinker
• Intercultural competence and the ability to work with diverse populations
• Must have a valid driver's license and evidence of insurability
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds, reach above shoulders, bend at the waist, stand for extended periods of time.

Additional Job Details:

• Job Title: Admission Counselor
• Department: Office of Admission
• Reports to: Director of Recruitment and Outreach
• Status: Full Time, Salary
• Date Last Revised: July 2026
• Salary Range: $43,000 - $46,000
• Travel Percentage up to 25%
• Benefits Information: To view benefit information related to this position, please visit this link.

About Illinois College:

Illinois College is a residential, private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois, 70 miles northeast of SaintLouis, Missouri, and 30 miles west of Springfield, the capital of Illinois. True to its founding vision in 1829, IllinoisCollege is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service, fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.