Admissions Counselor (Spanish-Speaking Fluency)

University of California; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevenson University in Maryland seeks an Admissions Counselor (Spanish-Speaking Fluency) to recruit prospective students in assigned territory and guide them through the admissions process.

The role requires presenting to students, families, and guidance professionals, counseling on requirements, deadlines, financial aid, and programs. A Bachelor's degree plus related experience is preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is valued, as is travel and evening/weekend work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus one year related experience or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred (oral and written).
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students in assigned territory and maintain knowledge of admission requirements.
• Present admissions information sessions on- and off-campus.
• Counsel students and parents on applications, deadlines, programs and scholarships.
• Develop relationships with high schools and guidance professionals.
• Coordinate events and travel to open houses and fairs.
• Maintain computer systems and CRM data (Colleague and Slate).
• Be the Spanish-speaking point of contact for families and assist with materials in Spanish.

Skills

Writing skills

Public speaking

Math aptitude

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office

CRM knowledge

Social media

Travel

Evenings/weekends

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Colleague

Slate

Job description

Find Your Role: We strive to achieve an environment and an atmosphere that supports, challenges, and inspires every individual on campus. Learn how the Stevenson Way makes this effort possible and how you can become part of a great place to work.

Admissions Counselor (Spanish-Speaking Fluency)

Position Title Admissions Counselor (Spanish-Speaking Fluency)

Department

Department Enrollment Management: Admissions

Position Summary

Responsible for recruitment of students from targeted areas and populations, including advising them on every aspect of the admissions process as well as information regarding the University. Represents University through on and off campus presentations to prospective students, their families, and guidance professionals. Assists the admissions team in meeting goals and expectations.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university plus one-year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bilingual in Spanish preferred (oral and written).

Valid driver’s license with good driving record: must be insurable.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Excellent writing skills are necessary to create reports, business correspondence, marketing brochures and publications. Must be able to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond directly to questions asked by students, their parents and the general public in a group setting and/or on a one-to-one basis.
• Math aptitude is required to calculate mathematical problems such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak bilingual English/Spanish
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of Colleague and Slate or experience working in a relational database, CRM preferred.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, preferred includes Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
• To properly handle and reasonably control any situation which may arise. Interpret a variety of instructions as given whether in written, oral, diagram, of schedule form.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements

Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires physical abilities consistent with a busy office environment on a university campus. Requires ability to speak for extended periods of time, lift/move boxes of University promotional materials up to 40 pounds, and drive to off-campus locations for recruitment activities. Daily work with computers, monitors, copy machines and other office equipment.

Essential Functions

• Recruit prospective students in assigned territory:
• Maintain a current knowledge of application requirements and admission criteria
• Work with students and high schools within assigned geographic territory
• Assist with development and implementation of recruitment strategies for students from backgrounds underrepresented at Stevenson
• Visit high schools and conduct presentations about Stevenson University, attend college fairs, and schedule interviews in assigned territory
• Coordinate all special events (i.e. admitted student receptions) within assigned territory
• Meet or exceed established goals set for assigned territory

• Counsel and advise students and their parents on every aspect of the admissions process including application requirements, deadlines, academic programs, activities and criteria for scholarships and financial aid.
• Develop relationships with high school- contacts to foster continued dialogue regarding Stevenson’s offerings, as well as answer questions about enrollment and benefits of the University
• Be a point of contact for Spanish speaking families and work with Admissions Communications on the development of web-based and print materials in Spanish.
• Assist the admissions team in meeting annual goals and expectations
• Understand and maintain current knowledge of the university’s academic programs, activities, scholarships, etc.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the computer system and programs used by the admissions staff, including Colleague and Slate, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Present admissions information sessions for prospective students and their families, conduct on- and off- campus interviews with prospective students
• Review assigned student applications for admission, verify and evaluate credentials, and recommend acceptance decisions based on institutional guidelines. Provide assessments of student ability as a member of the Admissions Committee.
• Create, post, monitor, and update content on a variety of university social media platforms (including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) to allow prospective students to receive accurate information in the setting of their choice.
• Responsible to work occasional evenings and Saturdays throughout the year
• Assist with planning and execution of numerous Open House and recruitment events, both on- and off-campus.
• Work with academic departments in identifying information necessary to the recruitment of students for their individual programs.
• Attend training workshops and conferences as a representative of the University, as well as for professional development.
• Maintain current information on admission guidelines and regulations, as well as current trends and issues within the profession.

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date

Ending Date

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Payroll

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $18.75-$19.23 hourly ($39,000-$40,000 annualized)

Recruitment Instructions

Posting Date 08/07/2026

Closing Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have experience in an Admissions Office at a College or University as either a student employee or a professional?
  • Yes, I have more than two years of experience
  • Yes, I have less than two years of experience
  • No, I do not have any experience in an Admissions office.
• * Are you able to work occasional evenings and weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you fluent in reading, writing and speaking Spanish in a professional setting? Please describe your related experience and skill set.

  (Open Ended Question)