Admissions Counselor I

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College is seeking an Admissions Counselor I to recruit students within the service area and expand the college population. The role focuses on proactive outreach, campus events, and community engagement to promote college programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment events, partnering with Marketing for materials, and guiding prospective students from inquiry through enrollment. A valid driver's license and travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Associate’s degree with two years of related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and travel required.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and recruitment program.
• Coordinate on/off-campus events and campus visits for prospective students.
• Partner with Marketing to develop promotional materials.
• Collaborate with secondary education partners and community organizations.
• Provide first contact from inquiry to enrollment and assist with case management.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Multitasking

Teamwork

MS Word

MS Excel

CRM software

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Job description

Title: Admissions Counselor I

Salary Range:$31,680.00

Contract Term Length:12 Months

Standard Hours:37.5

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

College:Elizabethtown Community & Technical College

Campus Location:Elizabethtown CTC

Department:Recruitment

Total Rewards

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

ECTC is seeking a highly motivated Admissions Counselor I to recruit students in the college’s service area through various platforms to expand the student population at ECTC.

Job Duties

• Responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive outreach and recruitment program, targeting prospective students.
• Ascertain the needs of adult and high school learners with appropriate resources available at ECTC and within the College's Service Region.
• Provide information about the college and the college programs to prospective students on campus and at various events in the community, including open houses, information sessions, and campus visits.
• Create a calendar of outreach and recruitment events both on and off campus.
• Work with Marketing and Public Relations to develop relevant promotional brochures and materials.
• Assist with all recruiting activities off-site and on campus, including tours.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with secondary education partners, business organizations, community agencies, and the community to foster relationships with ECTC.
• Collaborate with Workforce Solutions to transition students into credential-seeking, apprenticeships, and credit-for-prior-learning programs.
• Create and initiate new ideas to increase potential new students' engagement and increase applications.
• Provide first contact, application to enrollment, and possible case management for potential new students.
• Other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Associate’s degree and two years of related work experience. Valid driver’s license and travel required.

Additional Skills Requested

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are required.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly in MS Word, MS Excel, and CRM software.

Position is open until filled; review begins on September 24, 2026

KCTCS/ECTC is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution.

Position: 10015980

Band 7 (Min: $31,680.00)

Employee Rights -

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer -

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

Advertised: 10 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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