Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor

Posting Number: S01742

Campus:

Department: 4002-Admissions - DO

Classification Pay Scale

In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum: $21.00 Hourly

Maximum: $22.04 Hourly

Job Summary

Reporting to the associate/assistant director of admissions, the admissions counselor represents Western University of Health Sciences to prospective students and works to increase inquiries and convert applications into enrolled students.

The successful admissions counselor exhibits superior customer service skills and professionalism throughout daily interactions and communications with students including phone calls, emails, and information sessions. Works closely with the assistant/associate director of admission and admission committees before and during interview days for assigned programs. The admission counselor must demonstrate an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members, faculty, students, alumni, administrators, and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Knowledge:

• Familiarity with college transcripts a plus.

Skills:

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have quality voice and pronunciation skills to be able to speak well and be clearly understood.
• Must be able to effectively interact with applicants, faculty, staff, and outside contacts by telephone, in person, in writing, and via email.
• Good understanding of mathematical concepts including ability to perform mathematical calculations, including those involving fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Experienced with calculator, fax, copy machine, and telephone operation.

Abilities:

• Ability to work on and concentrate in a busy, multi-tasked, multi-faceted environment.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be a team player, willing to share and exchange ideas.
• Must have the ability to make ethical decisions and exercise professional judgment, doing what is best for prospective students as well as the University.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to take initiative.
• Demonstrates a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or any combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and ability.

Experience:

• Minimum of one to two years of experience in university admissions and recruitment or a similar recruitment setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Date: 01/15/2026

Closing Date: 1/15/2027

Essential Job Duties

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/35226