Admissions Counselor

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont in Burlington seeks an Admissions Counselor to support enrollment goals by managing a geographic recruitment territory, presenting to groups, visiting high schools, and representing the university on and off campus.

You will review applications, communicate with prospective students and families, and collaborate with the admissions team to meet annual objectives. The role offers potential for a hybrid schedule and requires travel outside Vermont.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years related experience required.
• Demonstrated multicultural competency and commitment to recruit a diverse student population.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, required.
• Basic computing skills (word processing, spreadsheet, database) and familiarity with relational student databases.
• Ability to travel outside Vermont required and a valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a geographic recruitment territory and conduct activities to support recruitment of academically qualified and diverse students.
• Conduct large and small group presentations, visit high schools, attend college fairs, and represent the University on and off campus.
• Communicate regularly with prospective students and parents, review applications, and make admissions decisions.

Skills

Multicultural competency

Effective communication

Basic computing

Travel outside VT

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Details

Position Title: Admissions & Enrollment PC1 X

Posting Number: S6282PO

Department: Admissions/30200

Position Number: 017742

Percent of Full-Time: 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE: 37.5

Term (months per year): 12

Posting Summary

Serve as admissions counselor within the framework of the University's enrollment targets and consistent with the mission and annual objectives of the admissions office. Oversee a geographic recruitment territory and conduct activities to support the recruitment of academically qualified and diverse students. Conduct large and small group presentations, visit high schools, attend college fairs, and represent the University of Vermont on and off campus. Communicate regularly with prospective students and parents. Review applications and make admissions decisions. This position is campus-based with potential for hybrid environment at specified times of year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to four years' related experience required.
• Demonstrated multicultural competency and a commitment to recruit a diverse student population required.
• Effective communication skill, both oral and written, required.
• Basic computing skills (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and familiarity with relational student databases) required.
• Ability to travel outside Vermont required.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Desirable Qualifications

Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish or Mandarin.

Anticipated Pay Range

$52,000 to $54,000

Special Conditions

• Non-standard work hours required
• A probationary period may be required
• Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime)
• This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy
• Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date: 08/28/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Background Information

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application