Regional Admissions & Outreach Counselor

University of Wisconsin Colleges; Oshkosh, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking an Admissions Counselor to lead undergraduate recruitment, engage prospective students, and build partnerships with high schools and communities across Wisconsin.

This role involves travel, information sessions, and data-informed outreach, with a focus on access and inclusion, counseling on admissions policies, and collaborating with counseling staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable with CRM and data systems.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to fostering access, inclusion, and student success.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel, including overnights and weekends.
• Access to reliable internet for occasional remote work.

Responsibilities

• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities.
• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students.
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission.
• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.
• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution.
• Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events.
• Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Data systems

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Remote work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Enrollment IQ

CRM software

Job description

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking an Admissions Counselor to lead undergraduate recruitment, engage prospective students, and build partnerships with high schools and communities across Wisconsin.

This role involves travel, information sessions, and data-informed outreach, with a focus on access and inclusion, counseling on admissions policies, and collaborating with counseling staff.