Admissions Counselor - MSUAASF Range B

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Cloud State University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit students likely to graduate successfully, supporting the Admissions Office’s outreach mission through high school and college visits, and coordinating recruitment plans for an assigned territory.

The role includes presenting to prospective students, managing the enrollment funnel, and coordinating events with admissions staff to achieve enrollment goals. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree completed upon hire.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Public presentation skills.
• Evidence of the ability to work with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment activities for an assigned territory (70%).
• Present to and meet with prospective students (20%).
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by the Director/Associate Directors of Admissions (10%).

Skills

Excellent oral and written comm.

Strong organizational skills

Public presentation skills

Evidence of the ability to work with a

Driver’s License

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree in higher education, college counseling, or related program

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Admissions Counselor - MSUAASF Range B

Institution:

St. Cloud State University

Classification Title:

MSUAASF Range B

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$47,788.00 - $78,458.00

Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to recruit (throughmatriculation) students most likely to become successful throughgraduation. This position will support the outreach mission of theAdmission Office through maintenance of a full schedule of visits tohigh schools and/or community and technical colleges andcoordination of comprehensive recruitment plans and relationshipbuilding activities for an assigned territory. Responsibilities willinclude college fairs and/or transfer student success days, highschool and/or community and technical college visits, careerprograms, recruitment of targeted populations, and meeting with andpresenting to prospective students on campus.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the recruitment activities for an assigned territory(70%)

• Identify students in the assigned territory who may be acceptable candidates for the University and engage them in the admissions process through a consistent effort of personal contact.

• Manage enrollment funnel in the assigned territory by moving students from inquiry to applicant to admitted student to enrollment.

• Provide proactive, thorough and timely information to students about the admission process, financial aid and costs, academic program, and student experience.

• Work with the rest of the admissions staff to develop the annual recruitment plan, including the annual calendar of admissions events, and implement activities and events as assigned.

• Assess the effectiveness of various recruitment tactics and initiate new activities and programs to support the achievement of enrollment goals.

1. Present to and meet with prospective students (20%)

• Conduct engaging and effective campus visits for individuals and groups.

• Make presentations to groups, including College Access Groups, who are visiting campus.

• Handle telephone, email, and in person inquiries from prospective students and their family members.

1. Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by the Director and/or Associate Directors of Admissions (10%).

Salary Range: $47,788 - $78,458/annually

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree completed upon hire

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Public presentation skills

• Evidence of the ability to work with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

• Driver’s License

Preferred Qualification

• Master’s degree in higher education, college counseling, or related program

• Knowledge and understanding of higher education systems

• Professional experience in admissions or marketing

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Physical Effort
Physical requirements (e.g. lifting and carrying equipment and materials, required overnight travel, etc.) Ability to lift and carryprogram materials weighing up to 30 lbs.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies. 40-hour week in an office setting. This position will have a primary work site of the St. Cloud main campus. Travel to other sites, occasionalevening and weekend work, and occasional overnight travel areexpected.

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) which can be found at: https://www.msuaasf.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, [phone], Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

05-20-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

04-20-2026

Close Date:

05-05-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Renee Denise Bertram

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]