Shape Futures: Enrollment Counselor for First-Year Students

Carlow University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Health insurance

Wellness program

Fitness center access

Job summary

Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA is accepting applications for an Enrollment Counselor (First Year Students). The counselor will recruit and enroll a diverse class of traditional freshmen, guiding applicants from inquiry to matriculation and serving as a single point of contact throughout the enrollment process.

This on-campus role requires some weekend/evening work and occasional overnight travel, with collaboration across offices on initiatives such as the First-Year Experience, access and

Qualifications

• Experience in collegiate admissions or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive enrollment practices.
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collect and interpret data to make strategic decisions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel locally and overnight.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive travel plan for high school visits, college fairs, and events.
• Plan regional or school-based events for counselors, prospective students, and families.
• Use Slate CRM to maintain communication with prospects and drive applications and deposits.
• Nurture relationships with counselors, alumni/parent ambassadors, and other influencers.
• Assess candidates and make admission and merit scholarship recommendations.
• Counsel students on financial aid, FAFSA, and college costs.
• Assist with onboarding from deposit to start of classes (housing, tech setup, etc.).
• Present to groups on and off campus about enrollment.
• Develop and execute multi-channel recruitment strategies within the territory.

Skills

Admissions experience

Communication

Multitasking

Data interpretation

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Slate CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA is accepting applications for an Enrollment Counselor (First Year Students). The counselor will recruit and enroll a diverse class of traditional freshmen, guiding applicants from inquiry to matriculation and serving as a single point of contact throughout the enrollment process.

This on-campus role requires some weekend/evening work and occasional overnight travel, with collaboration across offices on initiatives such as the First-Year Experience, access and