Admissions Counselor

Job Details

Position Title:
Admissions Counselor

Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Adm & Rctmt Coord II

Job Duties:
The Admissions Counselor plays a vital, mission-driven role in advancing the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay’s commitment to student success, access, and regional impact. This position plans, develops, and executes strategic recruitment and admissions efforts aligned with institutional priorities—expanding educational opportunity, strengthening enrollment pathways, and fostering a talented, diverse student body across Northeast Wisconsin. Serving as an enthusiastic ambassador for UW–Green Bay, the Admissions Counselor builds relationships with prospective and admitted students, families, schools, and community partners, delivering clear, compelling messages that reflect our brand, values, and promise: Together, We Rise.

Guided by our core values to Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Express Gratitude, and Build Community, the Admissions Counselor uses data-informed strategies and CRM tools to recruit, counsel, and support students through the admissions journey. This role may also lead initiatives or supervise staff, contributing to a collaborative, student-centered environment rooted in gratitude, innovation, and shared purpose—helping learners envision their future and confidently take the next step at UW–Green Bay.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• May supervise staff and/or lead a program area
• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
• Use CRM to effectively recruit students
• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
• Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures
• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution
• Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events
• Recruit and counsel prospective students by providing timely and accurate information about degree options, admission procedures, general education requirements, supporting and major course requirements for available programs of study, and rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the institution

Start Date:
May 18, 2026

Department:
Admissions

Compensation:
Minimum compensation of $44,739.
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree by start date
• Experience in admissions, customer service, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience in K-12 or post-secondary education
• Proficiency in speaking and reading in a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong, Oneida, or Somali
• Experience with software systems such as Peoplesoft, Salesforce, ImageNow that support Admissions processes

Conditions of Appointment:
Travel to Southeastern Wisconsin High Schools, fairs and other institutions will be necessary; a combination of daytime, evening, and weekend advising hours will be required to meet the needs of the program and its students.
This position may have the option to work on-campus or a hybrid schedule, subject to approved telecommuting request.
The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs.
Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment. A pre-employment education check which includes, but is not limited to, the verification of academic credentials will be conducted on the finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s) and if there is prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

How to Apply:
Please go to the full job posting at https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives/job/Green-Bay-WI/Admissions-Counselor_JR10010216-1 to submit your application.
Click the Apply button and follow the prompts on the screen.
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. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
• Resume

Application Deadline:
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, April 26, 2026.