Admissions Counselor: Lead Student Pathways & Outreach

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Rocks Community College in Arvada, CO is seeking an Admissions Counselor to serve as the first point of contact for prospective and current students, guiding them through applications, orientation, and enrollment requirements while maintaining FERPA compliance.

The role includes campus tours, information sessions, and community outreach across the Denver Metro and Foothills areas, front-desk duties, multi-channel inquiries, and travel between RRCC campuses as needed.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related field such as Communication, Counseling, Education, or equivalent.
• Two years of customer service or sales experience.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and strong communication skills.
• Substitution: an Associate degree with equivalent experience may substitute for a BA/BS.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for prospective and current students, guiding through admissions, applications, and enrollment requirements while maintaining FERPA compliance.
• Conduct campus tours, information sessions, and community outreach across Denver Metro and Foothills service areas.
• Manage front-desk operations and respond to inquiries via multiple channels; coordinate with college resources as needed; travel between RRCC campuses.

Skills

BA/BS in Communications or related

Two years customer service or sales

Public presentations

Diversity engagement

Education

BA/BS in Communication, Counseling, Education or related

Associate degree with year-for-year substitution

Job description

Red Rocks Community College in Arvada, CO is seeking an Admissions Counselor to serve as the first point of contact for prospective and current students, guiding them through applications, orientation, and enrollment requirements while maintaining FERPA compliance.

The role includes campus tours, information sessions, and community outreach across the Denver Metro and Foothills areas, front-desk duties, multi-channel inquiries, and travel between RRCC campuses as needed.