Regional Admissions Counselor - Houston

University of Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); Remote; USD 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Regional Admissions Counselor in Houston, focusing on enhancing student recruitment and education about its programs. The role involves extensive travel, collaboration with local educators, and developing strategic recruitment initiatives to engage prospective students. Strong communication skills and an educational background are essential for success in this entry-level position.

Benefits

Health insurance contributions

Tuition waivers for employees and families

12 official holidays

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in enrollment services, academic advising, or recruiting.
• At least two years of experience in enrollment services is preferred.
• Knowledge of higher education admissions office procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Educate prospective students and families about the University of Arkansas.
• Travel extensively to high schools and colleges.
• Develop and manage a pool of prospective students in the assigned territory.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

Job description

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Closing Date

06/23/2025

Type Of Position

Recruitment and Admissions

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department

Admissions Out of State Recruitment

Department's Website

https://enrollment.uark.edu/

Summary Of Job Duties

The primary responsibility of the Regional Admissions Counselor – Houston is to educate prospective students and families about the University of Arkansas and its programs. This position is expected to reside in the Houston, Texas metro area, and requires extensive year-round travel to high schools and colleges throughout the assigned territory. This position will work closely with our other regional recruiter currently located in Houston to cover events throughout the metro area as well as central and south Texas. 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 – Houston 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 throughout Texas as needed.

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 Houston (TX) metro area as a Remote Worker, according to Fayetteville Policy and Procedures 412.3.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least one year of experience in enrollment services, academic advising, or recruiting
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of experience in enrollment services, academic advising, or recruiting
• At least one year of experience as an admissions counselor, student ambassador, or orientation leader
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of higher education admissions office procedures and policies
• Proven organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, demonstrate attention to detail, meet deadlines, and think creatively
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including the ability to present to a large audience
  
  

Additional Information

Salary Information:

$60,000

Required Documents To Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Caitlin Hughes, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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