Admissions Counselor

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Admissions Counselor

Department

Undergraduate Admissions

Compensation Title

Position Number

tbd

Position Status

Regular

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8 : 15-4 : 30 PM and select evening and weekends.

Hours per Week

37.5

Months per Year

12

Purpose of Position

Admissions counselors will manage an assigned recruitment territory that requires developing and maintaining contacts with school counselors, organizations, agencies and clubs for the purposes of recruiting students.

Counselors will travel frequently within and outside of normal business hours to represent the university at recruitment events and activities. Counselors will counsel students and parents about postsecondary educational opportunities and recruit them to NKU as well as conduct individual and group information sessions and provide occasional tours of campus; Assist in overall planning, leadership, and functions of the Office of Admissions.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage a recruitment territory that requires developing and maintaining contacts with guidance counselors, schools, and organizations for the purposes of recruiting students. Significant travel included. Plan and implement assigned recruitment and yield programs.

Provide pre-admissions counseling to students / families who call the office, attend an on campus or off campus event, or walk into the office

Develop and maintain relationships with key constituents across campus. Serve as the primary contact person for NKU departments and employees for questions related to visit and admission opportunities.

Communicate with students and parents consistently via email, phone, text, and mail

• Update and run required CRM reports as necessary. Update student records and assist in assessment as needed. Update recruitment presentations and other materials as necessary.

Qualifications

Ability to develop and execute comprehensive recruitment and admissions strategies to attract a diverse and talented pool of prospective students.

Must have excellent inter personal and relationship building skills

Strong analytical and organization skills

Strong communication skills and customer service skills

Candidates who are offered a position must undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Experience

Less than 1 year

Salary

Pay Grade

S67

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2025S2184

Job Open Date

09 / 25 / 2025

Job Close Date

Quick Link

https : / / jobs.nku.edu / postings / 14662

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