"Admissions Counselor for Outreach, Access, and Community Engagement"

Job Summary

Nestled between the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and Salt Lake City, the state's capitol, the University of Utah is the state's public flagship institution and a top-tier research university classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 131 research universities with the "highest research activity" in the nation. The "U" has a total enrollment over 34,000 and an undergraduate enrollment over 26,300. The U is committed to providing an exceptional academic and co-curricular experience for students and community engagement.

The Office of Admissions is a dynamic and growing organization committed to assisting future students learn about and enroll at the University of Utah. We are looking for passionate team members to help us expand our recruitment reach in- and out-of-state, continue to increase our new student enrollment, and shape the entering class.

Reporting to the Associate Director for Outreach, Access, and Community Engagement, this admissions counselor position will be an integral part of our team responsible for recruiting and enrolling new undergraduate students particularly from traditionally underrepresented populations in higher education and the University of Utah. This position will serve as an advisor to prospective students, their families, secondary school counselors and influencers in the college decision making process. The successful candidate will develop an in-depth understanding of admissions practices, institutional policies, and program offerings in order to effectively recruit students. This is a campus-based position located in the Emma Eccles Jones Welcome Center in the Gardner Commons building, a state-of-the-art building in the heart of campus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, report and assess a domestic first-year and transfer student recruitment plan that helps the University of Utah achieve its enrollment goals. The recruitment plan will include but is not limited to: high school visits, two-year college visits, college fairs, information sessions, receptions, and meetings with secondary school and independent counselors, prospective students, families, and community-based organizations
• Build personalized relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, alumni, and other constituents in support of the recruitment goals for the territory
• Assist the Associate Director for Outreach, Access, and Community Engagement in developing, implementing, and assessing a strategic recruitment plan focused on the enrollment of traditionally unrepresented students
• Assist with all off-campus admission events in all areas of regional responsibility in collaboration with the campus experience team
• Read and evaluate all domestic applications in regional territory
• Significant travel up to 4 - 6 weeks annually within the territory between early September to November and January to May is required
• Attend community and access programs access programs which may take place in the evening and on weekends, and fall outside of regular office hours
• Perform other duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Preferences

Preference will be given to candidates who possess excellent customer service skills, demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills, and have adept interpersonal skills; demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully across a range of perspectives and experiences; possess the ability to convey complex information clearly to varied audiences, as well as speak in front of large groups; demonstrate problem-solving and time-management skills; have a valid driver's license; possess an understanding of higher education, specifically the value of public higher education.

Preference will also be given to those who have admissions/recruitment experience at a regionally accredited university. The select candidate will be willing to work some evenings and weekends and travel overnight in-and out-of-state approximately 4-6 weeks annually. An admissions counselor frequently addresses sensitive situations regarding admissions and student recruitment, and will often act as a mediator. A major task for this position is to understand the needs of various constituents and determine what actions will best meet those needs.

Special Instructions

Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Requisition Number

PRN42492B

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Work Schedule Summary

Full-time, typically 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This is an exempt position, so schedule may periodically change.

Department

00295 - Office of Admissions

Location

Campus

Pay Rate Range

$45,000

Close Date

10/15/2025

Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185637