Senior Admissions Counselor, Community Outreach and College Access Coordinator

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota—Twin Cities seeks a Senior Admissions Counselor to work with prospective historically underrepresented students, including first-generation and multicultural groups. You will enroll qualified students, provide admissions counseling, and represent the University to families and schools.

This 100%, on-campus, 12-month appointment requires occasional evenings and weekends, with some remote work possible at the discretion of the Office of Admissions.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or master's degree.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive University community.
• Experience working with underrepresented students in educational or community settings.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally or nationally.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends; strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, including public speaking; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
• Provide admissions counseling to prospective students, parents, and guidance counselors.
• Present at high school programs and recruitment events; represent the University at college fairs.
• Coordinate visits and events; deliver on-campus information sessions to recruit students.
• Liaise with high school counselors and campus departments to support underrepresented students.
• Evaluate credentials for admission decisions and participate in committees.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to travel

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS degree or higher

Master's degree

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Job ID: 376790

Location: Twin Cities

Job Family: Student Services

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 9702AN

Employee Class: Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

Priority Application Deadline: Friday, November 27th, 2026

Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Summary of Position

The Undergraduate Office of Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented Senior Admissions Counselor, who will have special responsibility working with prospective historically underrepresented students in higher education, including but not limited to, First-Generation College Students, multicultural and indigenous students This role will remain agile and prepared to support and collaborate on recruitment initiatives of all geographic locations and populations, including prospective transfer and international students.This person will facilitate the enrollment of qualified students from a variety of backgrounds and represent the University of Minnesota to the public, provide exceptional customer service to prospective students and their families, and play a crucial role in shaping the University's undergraduate class.

This is a 100%, full-time, 12-month, on-campus, annually renewable appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series. Most work is conducted during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. However, evening and weekend work is occasionally required, as necessary, to properly execute the duties of this role. Occasional remote work may be accommodated at the discretion of the Office of Admissions when such remote work is in the interest of the University.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment and Outreach 25%

• Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
• Responsible for community outreach and recruitment of historically underrepresented students in higher education, including but not limited to, First-Generation College Students, multicultural and indigenous students
• Plan and execute a recruitment travel plan to Minnesota-based high schools. Does include, but is not limited to St. Paul Public Schools and surrounding area.
• Implement extensive recruitment and relationship-building efforts utilizing written, telephone, and in-person communication to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students.
• Serve as contact for prospective students in Minnesota.
• Present at high school programs, recruitment events, and school counselor meetings.
• Represent the University of Minnesota Twin Cities at college fairs and other recruitment events hosted in market

Counseling, Advising and Customer Service 20%

• Provide admissions counseling to prospective students, their parents, and guidance counselors.
• Serve as one-stop contact for freshman admissions; provide advising and assistance throughout the admission process to students, family members, and high school counselors.
• Provide extra mile customer service to prospective students and their families regarding admissions.

Visits and Events 20%

• Participate in the execution of the office's Visits and Events programs
• Meet with students and their families on campus to provide admissions information and support them in taking the next step in the enrollment process.
• Event planning responsibilities
• Deliver on-campus information sessions to recruit students to apply and enroll at the University of Minnesota
• Coordinate specialized group visits for students visiting campus in partnership with our visit office leadership and campus groups.

Partnerships and Relationship Management 20%

• Serve as a key liaison with high school counselors, independent counselors, and other school officials.
• Liaison to key campus departments and student groups such as, but not limited to, Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence, Asian and Pacific Islander Resource Center, Office of Equity and Diversity, Multicultural Student Engagement, student cultural centers, Circle of Indigenous Nations, and the First-Gen Student Success Center.

Application Review 10%

• Evaluate academic and other credentials for admission decision and counseling purposes.
• Participate in committee review

Other Duties as Assigned 5%

• Liaise on communication projects
• Maintain key community resources for underrepresented students

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or master's degree.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering the University's mission of an inclusive and welcoming University community
• Experience working underrepresented students in educational or community settings
• Must have a valid driver's license; must be able to travel regionally or nationally for extended period
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, make decisions according to policies and procedures, and exercise judgment in recommending procedural changes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent Hmong speaking candidates
• Public speaking skills/experience
• Community based organization experience that work with or serve historically underrepresented communities in higher education
• Higher Education Admissions experience.
• Prior experience in college admissions and recruitment or a closely related unit such as campus tours, orientation, college access community based organizations or other direct work with student outreach and enrollment.
• Event planning or project management experience.
• University of Minnesota experience defined broadly such as former student, graduate, employee, or community member of any campus.
• Demonstrated experience with Technologies Slate.

About the Department

The mission of the Office of Admissions is to take leadership in recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students who will benefit from and contribute to the UniversityofMinnesota scholarly community. The Office of Admissions coordinates undergraduate student enrollment efforts and collaborates campus-wide with colleges, departments, and the units within the Office of Enrollment Management to meet the University's enrollment goals. The Office of Admissions serves prospective undergraduate students, and incoming undergraduate students.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rang

e: $50,000 to $55,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.