Freshman Admissions Counselor

Robert Morris University; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Morris University seeks a Freshman Admissions Counselor to drive undergraduate recruitment within a defined geographic territory, coordinating high school visits, college fairs, and campus events. You will review applications, evaluate credentials, and counsel prospective students and families on admissions and financial aid options, while explaining policies via calls, emails, and appointments.

Travel frequently, including evenings and weekends, and use Slate and Banner to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; admissions or enrollment management experience preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment events and travel schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage undergraduate recruitment within a defined geographic territory, including high school visits and college fairs.
• Review admission applications, evaluate credentials, and make admission decisions.
• Counsel prospective students and families on admissions and financial aid options.
• Explain admissions policies and procedures to students, parents, and school counselors via calls, emails, and appointments.
• Support on- and off-campus recruiting events and student visit programs.

Skills

Public speaking

Event planning

Student counseling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slate

Banner

Job description

Robert Morris University is hiring a Freshman Admissions Counselor. The role manages undergraduate recruitment within a designated geographic territory, including high school visits and college fairs. The counselor reviews applications, evaluates credentials, and counsels prospective students and families on admissions and financial aid options.

Highlights

• Manage undergraduate recruitment within a designated geographic territory, including high school visits and college fairs.
• Review admission applications, evaluate credentials, and make admission decisions.
• Counsel prospective students and families on admissions and financial aid processes.
• Explain admissions policies and procedures to students, parents, and school counselors via calls, emails, and appointments.
• Support on- and off-campus recruiting events and student visit programs.
• Use Slate and Banner systems to manage correspondence and scheduling with prospective students.
• Travel regularly, including evenings and weekends, and hold a valid PA driver's license or reliable transportation.
• Bachelor's degree required, with admissions or enrollment management experience preferred.