Admissions Counselor

Grandisland; Wayne (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State College in Wayne, NE, is seeking an Admissions Counselor to build relationships with prospective students and families, guiding them through the college decision process. You will represent the College at high schools, college fairs, and other events, sharing information and opportunities to inspire confidence in students.

This role requires enthusiastic communication, willingness to travel, and commitment to access and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Meet enrollment goals for assigned target recruitment area.
• Schedule and carry out travel to respective high schools and college fairs within the assigned territory, including loading and transporting admission materials, displays and other equipment.
• Present the College and the Admissions profession in a positive way to diverse populations.
• Assist with on campus recruitment events and visit programs.
• Present information about Wayne State College in large group, small group and interpersonal settings.
• Evening and weekend hours required especially during the travel season.
• Extensive follow-up communication (phone calls and email and social media).
• Assist students individually and in groups to apply for Admission and address the college admission process.
• Assist with orientation/class registration programs.
• Host yield events within assigned travel territory.
• Facilitate scholarship and financial aid leveraging practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Enthusiastic communicator

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or related work experience

Job description

Wayne State College is seeking anAdmissions Counselor!

Are you passionate about building relationships and making a difference? Join the Wayne State College Admissions team and help future Wildcats discover all the opportunities that await them.

In this role, you'll connect with prospective students and families, representing the College at high schools, college fairs and other events, communicate with and guide students through the college decision process. Every conversation is an opportunity to inspire confidence and help students take the next step toward their future.

If you're an enthusiastic communicator who enjoys meeting new people, traveling, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you on our team.

Examples of Work Performed

• Meet enrollment goals for assigned target recruitment area.
• Schedule and carry out travel to respective high schools and college fairs with in the assigned territory, including loading and transporting admission materials, displays and other equipment.
• Present the College and the Admissions profession in a positive way to diverse populations.
• Assist with on campus recruitment events and visit programs.
• Present information about WSC in large group, small group and interpersonal settings.
• Evening and weekend hours required especially during the travel season.
• Extensive Follow-Up communication (phone calls and email and social media)
• Assist students individually and in groups to apply for Admission and address the college admission process.
• Assist with orientation/class registration programs.
• Host yield events within assigned travel territory.
• Facilitate scholarship and financial aid leveraging practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related work experience

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.