Admissions Counselor

Saint Mary's College; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College is seeking an Admission Counselor to coordinate recruitment and admission efforts for prospective students. This role involves relationship management with students, families, and community organizations, alongside evaluating applications and serving on the admission committee.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal communication skills and organizational abilities, engaging effectively with diverse student populations. Familiarity with marketing strategies and a passion for helping students is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and in multicultural settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment and admission of first-year students.
• Develop relationships with prospective students and community organizations.
• Evaluate applications and recommend admission decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Creativity

Multitasking

Spanish-speaking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

The Admission Counselor is responsible for coordinating recruitment and admission efforts for prospective students while supporting the College’s mission and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence. This position serves as a key representative of the College through high school visits, college fairs, open houses, and on-campus and off-campus events.

The Admission Counselor will manage assigned recruitment territories, cultivate relationships with prospective students and families, review applications for admission, and serve as a member of the admission committee. In addition, this role will focus on strengthening outreach efforts to diverse student populations and expanding partnerships with Community Based Organizations across the country.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the marketing team to develop communication strategies and campaigns tailored to a variety of student populations, both domestic and international. This position requires strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational abilities, creativity, and a passion for helping students navigate the college admission process.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment and admission of first‑year students to the College.
• Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students, families, guidance counselors, and community organizations.
• Manage assigned geographic territories and travel extensively for recruitment activities.
• Represent the College at high school visits, college fairs, open houses, and related events.
• Conduct admission presentations and occasionally provide campus tours.
• Evaluate applications and recommend admission decisions as a member of the admission committee.
• Partner with the marketing team to create communication campaigns and outreach initiatives for diverse student populations.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
• Participate in workshops, retreats, seminars, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and in multicultural settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage students, parents, alumnae, and school counselors.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel independently to recruitment events across the region and country.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and spreadsheet applications.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Successful completion of criminal background and driving record checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish‑speaking language skills strongly preferred.
• Experience in college admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, or higher education.
• Experience utilizing traditional and digital marketing tools.
• Strong writing and editing experience with the ability to create engaging communication content.
• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Understanding of and ability to communicate the value of a Catholic, residential women’s college experience.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.

Schedule

40 Hours / 12 Months / Monday – Friday with frequent evening, weekend, and travel responsibilities required to support recruitment, and admissions.