Admission Counselor

Antioch College; Yellow Springs (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Admission Counselor to join their mission-driven team. In this role, you will not only recruit students but also empower the next generation of changemakers. You’ll engage with diverse communities, develop innovative recruitment strategies, and represent the college at various events. This position offers the chance to shape the future of education and contribute to a vibrant community committed to social justice and experiential learning. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Passion for progressive education and social justice.
• Ability to connect authentically with diverse students.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent the College at fairs and events, promoting its mission.
• Guide prospective students through the admission process.
• Develop recruitment plans highlighting the college's approach.

Skills

Relationship-Building Skills

Communication Excellence

Adaptive Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM Systems (Slate)

Virtual Platforms

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Admission and Financial AidPOSITION REPORTS TO: Associate Dean of AdmissionPOSITIONS THAT REPORT TO THIS POSITION: Student Workers and AmbassadorsFLSA STATUS: Non-exemptNO. OF HOURS PER WEEK: 40

POSITION SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

As an Admission Counselor at Antioch College, you won’t just recruit students—you’ll identify and empower the next generation of changemakers. Your work will directly contribute to building a diverse community of learners who embrace Antioch’s mission of linking scholarship with social justice, experiential learning, and community engagement.

This role involves domestic travel and creative territory management to connect with students who thrive in Antioch’s unique, action-oriented liberal arts environment. You’ll collaborate with a mission-driven team to develop innovative recruitment strategies that reflect our values and vision for transformative education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES) OF THE POSITION:

• Champion Antioch’s Mission: Represent the College at college fairs, high schools, and community events, articulating how Antioch’s education model prepares students to “win victories for humanity.”
• Build Authentic Relationships: Guide prospective students and families—with particular attention to underrepresented communities—through the admission process with empathy and transparency.
• Assess for Mission Alignment: Evaluate applications holistically, seeking students whose goals resonate with Antioch’s commitment to social justice, sustainability, and experiential learning.
• Innovate Outreach: Develop and execute recruitment plans (virtual and in-person) that highlight Antioch’s distinctive approach to education as a tool for social change.
• Collaborate for Impact: Partner with faculty, staff, and student ambassadors to create inclusive campus visit experiences that showcase Antioch’s vibrant community.
• Data-Informed Practice: Maintain accurate records in CRM (Slate) systems while centering the human stories behind each application.
• Travel with Purpose: Spend 8-12 weeks annually visiting schools and communities to identify students who will thrive at Antioch.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Deep Alignment with Antioch’s Values: Passion for progressive education, social justice, and the belief that diversity is fundamental to academic excellence.
• Relationship-Building Skills: Ability to connect authentically with students from all backgrounds, especially first-generation, low-income, and marginalized communities.
• Adaptive Problem-Solving: Comfort navigating ambiguity and creating solutions that honor both institutional goals and individual student needs.
• Communication Excellence: Strong written and verbal skills to articulate Antioch’s unique educational model compellingly.

Preferred Experience:

• 0-2 years in admissions, recruitment, or equivalent transferable experience
• Customer service
• Public Speaking

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (all disciplines welcome—we value interdisciplinary perspectives)
• Valid driver’s license (must obtain Ohio license within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to work evenings/weekends and travel extensively (10-20% time)

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Active Engagement: Ability to stand for extended periods at recruitment events and navigate various travel environments
• Digital Fluency: Comfort using CRM systems and virtual platforms to connect with students globally

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:

At Antioch, we curate a community. As an Admission Counselor, you’ll:

• Shape the Future: Every student you recruit adds to Antioch’s legacy of social justice and innovation
• Practice Values Daily: Live our commitment to justice, sustainability, and experiential learning through your work
• Grow Professionally: Develop skills in equity-centered recruitment within a supportive, mission-driven team

Antioch College is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to diversity and social justice.

Join us in identifying the thinkers, doers, and visionaries who will redefine what college can be.