Air Force Academy Admissions Education Counselor

U.S. Air Force Academy; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs seeks an admissions advisor to evaluate cadet candidate files and recommend admissions to the Academy, Falcon Foundation, and Preparatory School.

The role supports counseling candidates and assists supervisors in preparing for selections panels and the Academy Board. Required are knowledge of DoD education standards, educational and admission theories, and the ability to analyze transcripts and qualifications to guide candidates.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of DoD, AF, and command directives related to admissions.
• Ability to evaluate educational and personal information for advising.
• Understanding of military and civilian occupations and education pathways.
• Knowledge of college admissions best practices and diversity recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate cadet candidate files and make admission recommendations.
• Counsel candidates and assist supervisors with selection panels and boards.
• Support the Academy Board preparation and coordination.
• Apply admissions policies to public inquiries and candidates.

Skills

Counseling candidates

Educational theories

Admissions policies

Oral and written communication

Office automation

Transcript evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Office software

Job description

The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs seeks an admissions advisor to evaluate cadet candidate files and recommend admissions to the Academy, Falcon Foundation, and Preparatory School.

The role supports counseling candidates and assists supervisors in preparing for selections panels and the Academy Board. Required are knowledge of DoD education standards, educational and admission theories, and the ability to analyze transcripts and qualifications to guide candidates.