Admission Counselor (Campus Based)-Two Vacancies

University of Illinois Springfield; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Springfield is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit and support new students at UIS. You will represent the university at on- and off-campus events, including college fairs, school visits, and campus programs, guiding prospective students through the admissions and enrollment process.

The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families, and school partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver presentations to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Outreach: attend school visits, college fairs, conferences, open houses, and other events.
• Recruitment: identify, recruit and enroll prospective students within a territory.
• Application Review: read and evaluate admissions applications with a holistic view.
• Partnership Outreach: maintain relationships with high school counselors and college advisors.
• Other: assist with admissions operations and campaigns.

Skills

Public speaking

Excellent communication

Independent collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Technolutions Slate CRM

Job description

About UIS

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Posting Category: E

Application deadline

8/28/2026

Minimum Starting Salary

$44,000.00 annually

Summary

The admissions counselor position is responsible for recruiting and supporting new students at University of Illinois Springfield. This position represents the University at on- and off-campus events, including college fairs, school visits, daily campus visits, and large admissions programs. Counselors serve as key points of contact for school counselors, students, and families, providing guidance throughout the college search, admission, and enrollment process. The position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, families, faculty, staff, and advisors. Responsibilities include delivering presentations to groups of varying sizes, conducting one‑on‑one meetings, and assisting with inquiries to ensure a positive experience for prospective students. This role plays a central part in shaping the first impressions of University of Illinois Springfield while supporting its enrollment goals through strategic outreach and personalized student support.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Outreach: 1. Attend school visits, college fairs, conferences, open houses, and other specialty events presenting to attendees. 2. Craft and execute targeted outreach plans in line with the enrollment strategy. 3. Conduct webinars to increase knowledge of UIS as needed. 4. Provide presentations to prospective students and families and provide tours as needed for prospective students and families.
• Recruitment: 1. Identifies, recruits and enrolls prospective undergraduate and graduate students within an assigned territory. 2. Develops and maintains relationships with prospective students and their support systems from the inquiry stage throughout the admissions funnel utilizing various communication tactics and platforms, including phone calls, video conferencing, and written correspondence. 3. Craft and execute targeted recruitment plans in line with the enrollment strategy.
• Application Review: Read and evaluate admissions applications, using a holistic view of each applicant to make decisions that align with our campus's enrollment targets.
• Partnership Outreach - Develops and maintains relationships with high school counselors, community college advisors, and college career counselors, providing timely updates and support for them and their students.
• Other: 1. Assist with admissions operational functions. 2. Engage in developing and executing communication campaigns, search committees, and various on-campus initiatives. 3. Actively participate and contribute to relevant professional organizations. 4. Join various admissions-related projects and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to present to both large and small groups
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with external and internal partners
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in general office software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, etc
• Ability to travel overnight and work a flexible schedule including some early mornings, late evenings, and weekends when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience presenting to audiences
• Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM
• Bilingual Spanish/English.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Proficiency in general office software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, etc

Ability to travel overnight and work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends when required.

Required abilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtual communication, using close and distance vision when reading documents or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitive fine motor skills.

Physical Demands

• Standing : Occasionally
• Walking : Occasionally
• Sitting : Frequently
• Lifting : Occasionally
• Carrying : Occasionally
• Pushing : Occasionally
• Pulling : Occasionally
• Climbing : Rarely
• Balancing : Rarely
• Stooping : Occasionally
• Kneeling : Rarely
• Crouching : Occasionally
• Crawling : Rarely
• Reaching : Occasionally
• Handling : Occasionally
• Grasping : Rarely
• Feeling : Rarely
• Talking : Constantly
• Hearing : Constantly
• Repetitive Motions : Rarely
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Rarely
• Taste/Smell : Rarely
• Performing Manual Tasks : Rarely

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold : Occasionally
• Extreme heat : Occasionally
• Humid : Occasionally
• Wet : Occasionally
• Noise : Constantly
• Hazards : Rarely
• Temperature Change : Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions : Rarely
• Vibration : Rarely

Travel Requirements

40% Recruitment Travel

Employment Policies and other information

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at [e-mail] or call 217-206-6652.

• Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***