Senior Admissions Counselor

NC State University; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Senior Admissions Counselor to enhance student recruitment efforts. This role involves outreach, application review, and collaboration with schools to attract talented students. The ideal candidate will possess strong counseling and organizational skills, along with a Bachelor’s degree. Join a dynamic team dedicated to guiding students on their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience required.
• Experience in an admissions office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact for transfer admissions with community colleges.
• Counsel prospective students and families on admission processes.
• Travel extensively for recruitment and public speaking.

Skills

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Database management tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194580SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Senior Admissions Counselor

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $45,000 - $48,000

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM; some evenings and weekends on occasion required (for travel and special events)

Job Location

Department

Department Admissions

About the Department

The primary function of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is to identify, attract and enroll first year and transfer students with outstanding academic ability and potential. The department’s efforts are commensurate with NC State’s annual and long-term enrollment goals for the university.

Are you passionate about higher education and helping students find their path to success? We are hiring a senior admissions counselor in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at NC State. In this role, you’ll be a part of a team that supports the recruitment, guidance and enrollment of the next class of talented students. You’ll be the face of NC State, connecting with prospective students, families and school counselors to share what makes our university a top choice. This role blends customer service, program management, application review and outreach efforts to ensure we attract and support an academically strong student body.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a point of contact for NC State’s transfer admission pathways with various North Carolina Community Colleges.
• Support transfer recruitment initiatives through coordination, planning and execution.
• Oversee programming for outreach efforts and school/college visits.
• Represent NC State at high school visits, college fairs and recruitment events across North Carolina and beyond.
• Counsel prospective students and families on academic programs, admission requirements and the application process.
• Deliver engaging campus presentations and information sessions for visitors.
• Review first-year and transfer applications, assessing academic credentials holistically to make informed admission decisions.
• Manage customer service inquiries via phone, email and in person, ensuring a seamless experience for students and families.
• Assist with office operations, including processing applications, transfer credit evaluations and administrative tasks.
• Travel extensively for recruitment, including occasional weekends, and engage in public speaking to share the NC State experience.
• Collaborate with school counselors, transfer advisors and college-access organizations to strengthen outreach efforts.

Other Responsibilities

• Recruitment activities involve extensive travel, both in state and out of state, and considerable public speaking. Weekend work will be required occasionally.
• Assist with day-to-day office operations and administrative duties including but not limited to managing the front desk in our visitor centers, answering phone calls, greeting campus visitors, responding to email inquiries, application processing, transfer credit processing and assisting with other special projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong decision-making, analytical and counseling skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a competitive admissions environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration, creativity and teamwork while providing exceptional service to students and stakeholders.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills to meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in computer systems, with the ability to quickly learn and navigate database management tools.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex academic and administrative policies accurately and consistently.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential student records, personnel matters and organizational information.
• Flexibility to travel extensively and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an admissions office setting.

Required License or Certification

• NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of start date.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/14/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 05/21/2025

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.

Special Instructions

Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Number

Position Number 00103262

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Title Student Services Specialist

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Journey

Position Classification Salary Range

Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 90,156

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency GN07

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 320101 - Admissions

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU website
  • Craigslist
  • Indeed.com
  • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
  • NC Works
  • Dress for Success
  • Technical/Trade School Program
  • Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
  • Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
  • Other
  • Monster.com
  • Other online job board
  • NCSU employee referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Student Services Specialist position.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate
  • Associate's degree and at least two years of related experience
  • Combination of post-high school education and experience in a related field to equal at least 4 years (ex. 1 year of college and 3 years of related experience)
  • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 8 years ( ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years of related experience)
  • None of the above
• * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
  • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
  • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.
• * In the space below, please describe your professional experience as it relates to this role.

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References
Optional Documents

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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