Admissions Advisor

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh; Oshkosh (WI); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking an Admissions Counselor to lead undergraduate recruitment and counseling. The role focuses on outreach, personal advising, and enrollment goals across Wisconsin and beyond, with extensive fall travel and on-campus or virtual information sessions.

You will engage with students and families, collaborate with school counselors, and use data to tailor communications and strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable with CRM and data systems.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to fostering access, inclusion, and student success across a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Valid driver's license for at least two years and willingness to travel (including overnights and weekends).
• Access to reliable internet for occasional remote work.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment strategies within an assigned geographic territory.
• Represent UW Oshkosh at high schools, community colleges, college fairs, and other outreach events.
• Lead on-campus and virtual information sessions, open houses, and workshops.
• Cultivate relationships with school counselors, community leaders, and influencers.
• Serve as the primary contact for students and families from your territory.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

CRM systems

Cultural competency

Driver's license

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM

PeopleSoft

Enrollment IQ

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any ofthe Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply throughthe internal application process.

Position Title: Admissions Advisor

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator II

Job Duties

The Admissions Counselor at the University of Wisconsin Oshkoshplays a pivotal role in undergraduate recruitment. This position isresponsible for executing strategic outreach initiatives designedto attract, engage, and enroll a talented student body thatreflects the breadth of perspectives, experiences, and backgroundsfound across Wisconsin and beyond.

Counselors are expected to actively foster access and opportunityfor all students, including those from historically underserved orunderrepresented communities. The counselor will buildrelationships with prospective students and their families,represent UW Oshkosh at events on and off campus, and supportinstitutional enrollment goals through personalized counseling,data-informed outreach, and collaborative planning.

This position involves extensive travel during the fall semester,including overnight and occasional weekend commitments, as itrepresents the university across Wisconsin and beyond. Springtravel is also required, though to a lesser extent, and supportscontinued engagement and yield efforts.

Recruitment & Outreach

• Manage and implement recruitment strategies within an assignedgeographic territory.
• Represent UW Oshkosh at high schools, community colleges, college fairs, and other outreach events.
• Lead on-campus and virtual information sessions, open houses, and workshops.
• Cultivate strong relationships with school counselors, community leaders, and influencers.
• Serve as the primary contact for students and families from your territory.

Admissions Counseling & Application Review

• Advise prospective students and families on admissionspolicies, academic offerings, financial aid, and studentlife.
• Evaluate freshman and transfer applications through holisticreview.
• Provide guidance on transfer credit, residency, and re-admission processes.
• Respond to inquiries promptly via phone, email, and virtualplatforms.

Event Planning & Communications

• Assist in planning and executing recruitment and yield events, both in-person and virtual.
• Contribute to marketing efforts through social media and otherdigital platforms to engage prospective students.

Data & Territory Management

• Utilize CRM reports and dashboards and Enrollment IQ to manageand analyze territory data.
• Track engagement trends to optimize outreach and recruitmentstrategies.
• Audit and maintain student records; assess recruitmenteffectiveness based on established goals.
• Use data to personalize communication and outreach to prioritystudent groups.

Professional Engagement & Office Support

• Participate in ongoing professional development andtraining.
• Serve on departmental and university committees, asassigned.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuousimprovement in admissions operations.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educationalplanning and career opportunities
• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and externalpartnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal andexternal audiences
• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based onestablished goals
• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendationsfor improvement
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promotethe Institution
• Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions andoutreach events
• Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applicationsaccording to established policies and procedures
• May supervise staff and/or lead a program area

Department

Admissions

Compensation

Starting at $43,888 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonalskills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable with CRM and data systems.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to fosteringaccess, inclusion, and student success across a broad range ofbackgrounds and experieneces.
• Valid driver's license for at least two years and willingnessto travel (including overnights and weekends).
• Access to reliable internet for occasional remote work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in a second language (Spanish preferred)
• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, or arelated field.
• Experience in college admissions, advising, or studentrecruitment.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft, Enrollment IQ, CRM or comparablesystems.
• Knowledge o fthe UW System and the educational landscape ofWisconsin.

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University ofWisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorizationvisa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legallyauthorized to work in the United States at the time of hire andmaintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UWOshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions arenot options for work authorization.

Legal Notices

Reasonable Accommodations

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employmentscreening which includes a criminal background check, workauthorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexualviolence and sexual harassment.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.