Undergraduate Admissions Counselor — Recruit & Guide Prospects

wfu; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC seeks an Admissions Counselor to recruit, evaluate, and enroll undergraduate classes. This is a two-year position with potential for continuation, requiring sound judgment and discretion in admissions decisions.

Responsibilities include leading information sessions (in-person or virtual), conducting applicant interviews, reviewing files, and serving on a mini-committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academics and co-curricular experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Adept at handling sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to travel and work as part of a team or independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead information sessions for prospective students (in-person or virtual).
• Update presentation materials and pre-session slideshow loop yearly.
• Conduct admissions interviews and rate candidates.
• Review first-year and transfer applications for admission.
• Provide substantive comments during file reviews and participate in mini-committee meetings.
• Assist with recruitment in specific geographic regions.
• Support campus events such as open houses and yield programs.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents, counselors, and organizations.
• Lead tours during summer sessions as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Confidential handling of information

Teamwork / independent work

Presentation skills

Travel ability

MS Office / internet proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Wake Forest University graduate within last 2 years

Job description

Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC seeks an Admissions Counselor to recruit, evaluate, and enroll undergraduate classes. This is a two-year position with potential for continuation, requiring sound judgment and discretion in admissions decisions.

Responsibilities include leading information sessions (in-person or virtual), conducting applicant interviews, reviewing files, and serving on a mini-committee.