Admissions Strategist: Drive Diverse Enrollment

Washington University in St. Louis; Hadley (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Metro U-Pass

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Admissions Officer to recruit diverse and talented prospective students, aligning with institutional goals across a defined territory.

You will engage with high schools, guidance counselors, and community partners, presenting the university and guiding applicants through the admissions process. The role emphasizes relationship-building, data-driven evaluation, and collaboration with faculty and departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of higher education or related admissions experience preferred.
• Fluency in more than one language.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment territory management through high school visits, college fairs, panels, and college recruitment.
• Develop relationships with high schools, guidance counselors, and community organizations.
• Review applications and participate in admissions committees to make recommendations.
• Interview prospective students and provide information sessions about the University and admissions.

Skills

Public Communication

Oral Presentation

Teamwork

Multilingual/Spanish

Multicultural Environments

Multitasking

Personal Initiative

Organizing

Data Interpretations

Decision Making

Detail-Oriented

Effective Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Admissions Officer to recruit diverse and talented prospective students, aligning with institutional goals across a defined territory.

You will engage with high schools, guidance counselors, and community partners, presenting the university and guiding applicants through the admissions process. The role emphasizes relationship-building, data-driven evaluation, and collaboration with faculty and departments.