Admissions Counselor at UCA: Admissions & Enrollment Services

Wayne State University; Arkansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University is looking for a dedicated individual to manage recruitment activities for assigned territories, which includes organizing events and communicating with prospective students and families. This role involves considerable travel, ensuring effective interaction with diverse populations and representing the university positively.

Applicants should possess strong interpersonal skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to work independently and flexibly. The role requires someone ready for varied schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written abilities.
• Capable of working independently and organizing tasks.
• Availability for travel and flexible work hours.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement recruitment activities in assigned territory.
• Provide information regarding admissions and programs to stakeholders.
• Manage targeted recruitment strategies using student database software.
• Analyze reports to enhance recruitment strategies.
• Provide campus tours for prospective students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Requirements

• Readiness to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required
• Availability to travel to event locations (sometimes driving long distances requiring overnight stays outside the state of Arkansas) during early morning, evening, and weekend hours as needed
• Ability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Capability to work effectively with prospective students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and off‑campus constituents
• Ability to take direction, to organize multiple tasks and documents that have been concurrently assigned, and to work independently
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written abilities that positively reflect upon UCA with diverse populations
• Polished presentation/public speaking skills
• Fine‑tuned organization, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing recruitment activities for assigned territory to include high school visits, lunch visits, college planning programs, and special events
• Disseminating accurate and pertinent information regarding UCA, admissions requirements, and undergraduate programs of study to students, families, and school administrators
• Preparing extensive communication and outreach to prospective students, inquiries, and applicants via telephone, email, social media, and hand‑written letters
• Utilizing UCA’s student database software to manage targeted recruitment strategies and on‑going strategic communications with prospective students, inquiries, and applicants
• Analyzing statistical reports to enhance recruitment strategies
• Collaborating with other campus departments and offices regarding recruiting activities
• Providing campus tours to prospective students and their families
• Participating in special events, including but not limited to Bear Facts Days, Bear Necessities Day, Distinguished Scholars Day, etc.
• Performing other administrative duties as assigned