Regional Admissions Counselor - Atlanta

SACRAO; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Regional Admissions Counselor based in Atlanta. This role focuses on educating prospective students, managing recruitment strategies, and forming partnerships within the educational community. Frequent travel is required, making strong communication skills essential for success. Ideal candidates will thrive in dynamic environments and demonstrate initiative.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel frequently, including by vehicle and air.
• Capacity to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Educate prospective students and families about programs.
• Develop and manage recruitment strategies and partnerships.
• Conduct presentations to large groups of prospective students.

Skills

Communication

Public Speaking

Relationship Building

Job description

The primary responsibility of the Regional Admissions Counselor – Atlanta is to educate prospective students and families about the University of Arkansas and its programs. This position is expected to reside in the Atlanta, Georgia metro area, and requires extensive year-round travel to high schools and colleges throughout the assigned territory. While based in Atlanta, the territory also includes the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and the rest of the state of Georgia. This position will have necessary travel to campus when needed for special events, training, etc. This position will develop and manage a pool of prospective students in the assigned territory and will plan and implement effective recruitment strategies utilizing our CRM to set goals and monitor progress. The Regional Admissions Counselor – Atlanta will develop strategic partnerships with education constituents including counselors, AP teachers, University of Arkansas alumni, parents, as well as regional recruitment networks. This position will assume other related areas of responsibility as assigned or required by the senior university administration, as well as assist regional team during high volume periods.

The Admissions Counselor is required to give presentations and interact with large groups of prospective students. Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written. This position requires frequent travel either by vehicle and/or travel by air. Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

NOTE: The employee is expected to reside in the Atlanta (GA) metro area as a Remote Worker, according to Fayetteville Policy and Procedures 412.3.