Admissions Counselor

Troy University; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Troy University is seeking a full-time Admissions Counselor in Sumter, SC. The role involves cultivating prospective student leads, recruiting students, and collaborating with faculty to enhance enrollments.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field, coupled with strong communication and organizational skills. This position may involve evening and weekend recruitment activities and some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of recruiting or sales experience.
• Exceptional communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate prospective student leads.
• Recruit students and provide information on admissions.
• Work with university staff to attract new students.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Position Title: Admissions Counselor, Department: Support Center - Sumter, Division: Student Affairs, Campus: Troy Online, Work Status: Full-Time, Location: Sumter, SC - G16.

Job Summary

College Admissions Counselors are an essential element of the University administrative team. Based on program and location capacity, recruiters build student prospects and new student markets by locating, establishing, assist in developing and implementing recruiting strategies and activities that enhance enrollments.

Responsibilities

• Discovers and cultivates prospective student and new market leads.
• Recruits prospective students and provides essential information related to admissions requirements and enrollment processes.
• Makes vital information available to the community through visits and presentations.
• Works collaboratively with University deans, faculty, staff, alumni, and current students to attract new students.
• Fosters awareness, promotion, and support of a culture of higher education through outreach.
• Assists and supports University initiatives related to recognition and growth.
• Assists Enrollment Coordinator with arranging and coordinating faculty and staff visits with community college counselors or other event coordinators.
• Strategize on opportunities to enhance military recruitment efforts in both NC and SC territories.
• Recruit active military, veteran, and dependent students for the University’s undergraduate and graduate programs; develop, update, and maintain outside recruitment contacts.
• Represent the University at community and outside organization functions including career days, special events on post, and conferences; meet with military leaders and Veterans organizations to exchange information and answer questions; prepare and deliver presentations regarding programs and services.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field from an accredited college or university
2. One year of recruiting and/or sales experience
3. Must have reliable transportation and current valid driver’s license
4. Proven track record of exceeding goals
5. Exceptional communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport with a diverse customer base
6. Excellent organizational skills and acute attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree
2. Higher Education experience

Additional Information

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility.

Work Hours Standard work hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday – Friday. Must also be willing to market and recruit in the evenings and on weekends. Frequent travel is required, occasional overnight travel.

Hazardous Conditions or Physical Demands Typical office environment; frequently lifting and carrying items up to 20 lbs.; frequently sitting at a desk or workstation using a computer display, keyboard, and mouse.

Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No.

Posting Date: 06/10/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes.

Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Troy University participates in eVerify.