Hybrid Admissions Counselor — Shape Higher Ed Access

Friendsofkerhonkson; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to join the undergraduate admissions team. The role focuses on FTIC students and involves outreach to high schools, phone and email advising, and coordination with campus offices to meet enrollment goals.

You will travel domestically, present to audiences, and support programs like preview days and admitted student days. A bachelor’s degree and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional work experience.
• Well-developed organizational skills and effective public speaking.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and serving diverse student populations.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment management: travel planning and recruitment activities in assigned regions.
• Meet prospective students through high school visits, campus events, and information sessions.
• Serve as a liaison between students and campus offices (financial aid, registrar, etc.).
• Contribute to efforts to increase accessibility, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
• Approximately 10–12 weeks of in-state and out-of-state travel.

Skills

Public speaking

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Slate CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seattle University is seeking an Admissions Counselor to join the undergraduate admissions team. The role focuses on FTIC students and involves outreach to high schools, phone and email advising, and coordination with campus offices to meet enrollment goals.

You will travel domestically, present to audiences, and support programs like preview days and admitted student days. A bachelor’s degree and willingness to travel are required.