Territory Admissions Counselor — First-Year Recruiting

Elmhurst University; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmhurst University invites applications for an Admission Counselor in Elmhurst, IL. You will inform, advise, and counsel prospective students, secondary schools, and other organizations about programs and admission procedures.

You will guide prospects through the enrollment funnel, coordinate recruitment events, and use CRM to track progress. This exempt, full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, willingness to travel across the territory, and occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of higher education, especially private liberal arts.
• Ability to travel districtwide and statewide.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Evening and weekend hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Builds relationships with prospective students and families about programs.
• Presents to groups about university, admissions, and financial aid.
• Plans visits and communications within an assigned territory.
• Uses CRM to track prospects and drive enrollment progress.
• Travels within territory for recruitment events.
• Recommends admission decisions in territory.
• Supports recruitment events and on-campus visits.
• Performs general administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

CRM management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Elmhurst University invites applications for an Admission Counselor in Elmhurst, IL. You will inform, advise, and counsel prospective students, secondary schools, and other organizations about programs and admission procedures.

You will guide prospects through the enrollment funnel, coordinate recruitment events, and use CRM to track progress. This exempt, full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, willingness to travel across the territory, and occasional