Remote Senior Admissions Counselor - Atlanta

High Point University; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University seeks a Senior Regional Admissions Counselor to lead recruitment in a remote capacity within a defined geographic territory. The role requires autonomous work, travel, and strong relationship-building with students, families, and counselors.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in college admissions or related fields, with CRM and MS Office proficiency. Night and weekend work is expected as part of outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, or a related field.
• Experience in sales, counseling, or customer engagement strongly preferred.
• Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Territory Management & Strategy: Develops and executes a comprehensive, data-driven recruitment strategy for the assigned region.
• Establishes and monitors goals related to inquiries, applications, campus visits, admits, and enrollments.
• Analyzes territory performance and adjusts strategies to meet enrollment objectives.
• Student Recruitment & Engagement: Builds meaningful relationships with prospective students and families through in-person and virtual interactions.
• Clearly articulates the value of the university experience across all stages of the admissions funnel.
• Provides personalized guidance to prospective students throughout the admissions process.
• Ensures timely follow-up and consistent communication with all stakeholders.
• Partnerships: Establishes and maintains strong relationships with high school and independent counselors.
• Identifies and prioritizes key schools and organizations to maximize recruitment impact.
• Coordinates counselor engagement opportunities, including campus visits and events.
• Application Management: Evaluates applications and renders admissions decisions in partnership with university leadership.
• Ensures alignment with institutional standards and enrollment goals.
• Travel & Events: Travels extensively within the assigned region to attend college fairs, high school visits, recruitment events, and more.
• Represents the university at on-campus events.
• Participates in travel to campus for training and collaboration, approximately 5–7 times per year.
• Operations & CRM Management: Utilizes CRM systems to manage communications, track engagement, and maintain accurate records.
• Team Collaboration: Contributes to broader admissions initiatives, including active participation in committee work and cross-functional support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Remote work autonomy

Strategic thinking & data-driven

Organizational skills

CRM proficiency

Confidentiality & judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

High Point University seeks a Senior Regional Admissions Counselor to lead recruitment in a remote capacity within a defined geographic territory. The role requires autonomous work, travel, and strong relationship-building with students, families, and counselors.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in college admissions or related fields, with CRM and MS Office proficiency. Night and weekend work is expected as part of outreach.