Admissions & Financial Aid Counselor

Wilmington College; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington College in Wilmington, OH seeks an Admissions Counselor to guide prospective students through admission, financial aid, and registration, including travel to high schools, college fairs, and on- or off-campus events.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations. Willingness to travel, evenings, and weekends is expected, with collaboration across campus departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; experience in Higher Education preferred.
• Experience with diversity outreach and college access.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across cultures.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Collaborative with public and campus staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, web apps, and databases.
• Valid Ohio driver's license; willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective customer service to prospective students and families.
• Visit high schools and participate in college fairs and events.
• Communicate with prospective students via phone, text, email, and outreach.
• Develop recruitment strategies and collaborate with teams.
• Maintain relationships with high school educators and access organization leaders.
• Represent Wilmington College at college fairs and events.
• Process admission files and assist with financial aid counseling.
• Travel for recruitment events and meet enrollment goals.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web applications

Database experience

Job description

Wilmington College in Wilmington, OH seeks an Admissions Counselor to guide prospective students through admission, financial aid, and registration, including travel to high schools, college fairs, and on- or off-campus events.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations. Willingness to travel, evenings, and weekends is expected, with collaboration across campus departments.