Admission Counselor I

Southern New Hampshire University; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading university as an Admission Counselor I, where you'll play a vital role in enrolling students into various degree programs. This remote position allows you to work from approved states, engaging with prospective students through various communication channels. You'll be responsible for guiding students through the admission process while collaborating with other departments to ensure a high level of service.

Benefits

High-quality medical insurance

Low to no-cost dental and vision plans

5 weeks of paid time off

Employer-funded retirement

Free tuition program

Parental leave

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant sales and/or customer service experience.
• Must have completed some college coursework.

Responsibilities

• Enroll students into Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Conduct phone interviews with prospective students.
• Assist students through the admission process.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales

Education

Associates degree

Job description

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Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

Make an impact — from near or far

At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. Employees must reside in, and work from, one of the above approved states.

The opportunity

An Admission Counselor I enrolls students into Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs at SNHU and will report to the Admission Team Lead/Director. You will receive inquiries such as emails, live chats, and telephone calls through a variety of marketing channels and will assist students through the enrollment process, being a liaison to other campus departments and serving as the student's advocate. This position is remote.

You'll Get To

• Conduct phone interviews with prospective students (evaluate the prospective student's needs, interests and qualifications while providing concise information to help the prospective student make an informed decision on program offering, delivery mode, and school fit)
• You will engage with students by phone, email, and other communication channels
• Present information about SNHU, program offerings, structure, accreditation, and cost in an accurate and ethical manner
• Achieve the expected goals including: Daily activity, Schedule Adherence, Ready Time, Call Outline Adherence, Call and Email Flow, Service and Support, Compliance, and Program Knowledge
• Assist prospective students through the admission process observing SNHU policies and procedures, and in compliance with all applicable regulations and accrediting standards
• Follow schedule to include ready time, follow up time, and chat
• You will operate within and will be measured concerning relationship building, call flow and pipeline management, interpersonal/communication, needs analysis/service and support, planning, and implementing
• Partner with departments outside of Admission including Financial Aid, Enrollment Support Services, and Advising to ensure the delivery of a high level of service to every student; Escalate issues.
• Uphold all SNHU policies, procedures, with integrity and ethics
• Commencement or commencement related activities may be required
• Additional duties may be assigned
  
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Associates degree/some college coursework must be completed. Equivalent of experience in lieu of degree acceptable: ☒ Yes ☐ No
• At least 1 year of relevant sales and/or customer service experience in relationship or consultative sales
• Flexible to work either Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday
• You must reside in a Central, Eastern, Mountain, or Pacific approved Synergy state
  
  
  

Anticipated Start Date: Monday, 7/21/2025

Training and Nesting Schedule - First 5 Weeks of Employment:

Monday - Friday

Central Candidates: 7:30am - 4:00pm

Eastern Candidates: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Mountain Candidates: 9:00am - 5:30pm

Pacific & Arizona Candidates: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Schedule: Flexible to work either Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday. Beginning week 6 of employment:

Central Candidates: (4) shifts from 8:00am - 4:30pm and (1) shift from 10:30am - 7:00pm CDT

Eastern Candidates: (4) shifts between the operating hours of 8:00am - 6:00pm and (1) shift from 11:30am - 8:00pm EDT

Mountain Candidates: (4) shifts from 8:00am - 4:30pm and (1) shift from 9:30am - 6:00pm MDT

Pacific & Arizona Candidates: (5) shifts from 8:30am - 5:00pm PDT

Schedule will shift semi-annually in states or territories not observing DST (Arizona candidates only).

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We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $16.94 - $27.11. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. The starting pay for this position is $21.00.

Exceptional Benefits (because You’re Exceptional)

You’re the whole package. Your benefits should be, too. As a full-time employee at SNHU, you’ll get:

• High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
• Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
• 5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
• Employer-funded retirement
• Free tuition program
• Parental leave
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
  
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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