Senior Admissions Counselor, Minnesota Recruitment

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and holidays

Tuition assistance benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis seeks a Senior Admissions Counselor to be the primary contact for prospective students in Minnesota and surrounding regions. You will engage families, school officials, and community partners, while supporting recruitment across diverse populations, including transfer and international students.

This 100% on-campus, annual appointment requires evenings/weekends as needed. Occasional remote work may be considered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or master's degree.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel regionally or nationally.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently within guidelines and exercise judgment.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students and families with high-quality customer service and information.
• Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
• Serve as liaison with high school counselors and other school officials; present at programs and events.
• Participate in visits and events on campus and at recruitment events across locations.
• Review applications and evaluate credentials for admission decisions.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

BA/BS degree or higher

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Slate

Job description

About The Job

The Undergraduate Office of Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented Senior Admissions Counselor who will serve as a key contact for prospective students in Minnesota. This position will represent the University of Minnesota to prospective students, prospective student families, high school officials, and community business partners. This role will balance a primary focus on prospective students in the Minnesota territory while remaining agile and prepared to support and collaborate on recruitment initiatives for all geographic locations and populations, including transfer and international students.

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.

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

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

Counseling, Advising, and Customer Service 30%

• Represent the Undergraduate Office of Admissions by answering questions and providing extra-mile customer service to prospective students and their supporters about university resources, academic opportunities, applications, admission practices, scholarships, and more.

Recruitment and Outreach 20%

• Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
• Represent the University of Minnesota Twin Cities at college fairs and other recruitment events.
• Plan and execute a recruitment travel plan to Minnesota high schools.
• Implement extensive recruitment and relationship-building efforts utilizing written, telephone, and in-person communication to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students.

Partnerships and Relationship Management 20%

• Serve as a key liaison with high school counselors, independent counselors, and other school officials.
• Present at high school programs, recruitment events, and counselor meetings.

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.
• Deliver on-campus information sessions to recruit students to apply and enroll at the University of Minnesota.

Application Review 10%

• Evaluate academic and other credentials for admission decision and counseling purposes.

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.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; must be able to travel regionally or nationally for extended periods.
• 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

• 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 Technolutions 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 University of Minnesota 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 Range:

$50,000 - $55,000 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment:

100%; Appointment

Position Type:

P&A Staff

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) 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.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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.