Regional Admissions Counselor
Position Is Open Until Filled

• Coordinate and implement a personalized recruitment program involving high school visits, phone calls, correspondence, and campus visits. 
• Represent UW-Parkside during high school visits, at college fairs, college night programs and other events in assigned area. Travel is required. 
• Meet with prospective students and families in a variety of settings. 
• Be familiar with the academic programs at the University and other opportunities available. 
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process of new students, including admissions policies and procedures, standardized tests, financial aid, costs, etc. 
• Develop and implement strategies to establish relationships with organizations, community groups and individuals that can influence prospective students and families. 
• Participate in on-campus visitation programs, including, but not limited to Fall and Spring Open House and Admitted Students Day programs, and other on-campus visit options. 
• Follow up with assigned student populations through the recruitment and enrollment process.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to identify prospective students and encourage them to apply for admission. 
• Work autonomously and independently while also participating and working collaboratively with the rest of the admissions team to meet enrollment goals. 
• Engage the university community in developing cross-functional partnerships to enhance the prospective student experience. 
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports on recruitment activities and applicant behaviors 

• Bachelor's degree 
• Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds
• Willingness and flexibility working some weekends and evenings
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs/Higher Ed Administration, Counseling, Communication or Related Field
• Two years of professional work experience; sales and/or higher education recruiting experience preferred
• Familiarity with Northeastern Illinois
• Ability to present information to large and small groups
• Experience with Slate, Peoplesoft, Image Now and Navigate preferred
• Spanish language proficiency preferred

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/  

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Review of Applications

Applications received by 12/15/2024 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.

Transcripts will be required upon hire.