Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate Admissions

Tufts University; Medford Hillside (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,500 - 75,800; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to join the undergraduate admissions team. The role focuses on recruiting and selecting students and achieving enrollment objectives across Tufts schools. Responsibilities include evaluating applications, leading information sessions, and advancing recruitment initiatives across events and travel.

The position mentions hybrid work with frequent campus presence, and requires travel; a valid U.S. driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Up to 2 years experience in admissions or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to work collaboratively.
• Cultural sensitivity and willingness to work with diverse populations.
• Valid US Driver's license.
• Fluency in a second language.

Responsibilities

• Read and evaluate undergraduate applications in alignment with training protocol, individually or as part of a team, and actively participate in selection committees.
• Conduct both in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students, families, school and community-based organization counselors, and the general public.
• Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families, school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, email, phone, or blogs.
• Participate in recruitment initiatives, including college fairs and high school visits.
• Contribute to project-based work in support of portfolios such as communications, access and outreach, recruitment, selection, international, events, or others.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities to gain a broad understanding of admissions profession and the specific goals of Tufts Admissions.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various enrollment goals across schools and programs.

What You'll Do

The Admissions Counselor will be a member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University.

• Read and evaluate undergraduate applications in alignment with training protocol, individually or as part of a team, and actively participate in selection committees.
• Conduct both in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students, families, school and community-based organization counselors, and the general public.
• Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families, school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, email, phone, or blogs.
• Participate in recruitment initiatives, including college fairs and high school visits.
• Contribute to project-based work in support of portfolios such as communications, access and outreach, recruitment, selection, international, events, or others.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities to gain a broad understanding of admissions profession and the specific goals of Tufts Admissions.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence.

Travel Requirements

This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight stays. A valid U.S. driver's license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to various locations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rental car agencies.

A resume and letter of interest are required for this position.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Up to 2 years experience in admissions, college counseling, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work collaboratively
• Cultural sensitivity and a willingness to work with diverse populations
• Valid US Driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in a second language
• Experience with a CRM, such as Slate

Pay Range

Minimum $50,500.00, Midpoint $63,200.00, Maximum $75,800.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.