"Regional Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate Admissions - University at Albany"

Job Description

The University at Albany seeks a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Regional Admissions Counselor. The Regional Admissions Counselor participates in the planning and execution of the recruitment activities associated with attracting and enrolling students who represent the priority enrollment goals outlined for the Undergraduate Admissions office. Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the New York City (NYC) metro region.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Travel and Outreach
  • Travel within the NYC metro region to represent the University at college fairs, high school visits, community-based events, and other recruitment activities. Occasional travel to the University at Albany campus may be required.
  • Participate in regional consortiums and SUNY system-wide events.
  • Provide information and guidance on the University's programs, admissions process, financial aid, and campus life to prospective students and families.
  • Build and sustain relationships with high school counselors, students, and families.
  • Conduct virtual and in-person presentations and one-on-one counseling sessions.
• Lead Generation
  • Partner with the on-campus Admissions team to implement regional recruitment strategies.
  • Track engagement data and maintain timely records of activities and outreach.
• Application Review
  • Review admissions applications from assigned region

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

The Regional Admissions Counselor will report to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions but not have any direct reports.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• 1-3 years of experience in admissions, sales, customer service, advising, counseling, or related field.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in college admissions, high school counseling, or a related student services role
• Knowledge of the educational landscape, schools, and student populations in the assigned region
• Familiarity with SUNY admissions processes and policies
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus
• Previous experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software, such as Slate.

Working Environment:

The employee will be required to stand for long periods of time and lift/carry admissions materials to college fairs and high school visits. Some weekends and evenings are expected.

Training and onboarding will be provided by the University at Albany Undergraduate Admissions team.

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-3, Admissions Advisor, $65,000 plus location pay*
*The location pay for NYC, Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland and Westchester is $4,000. Dutchess, Putnam and Orange, is $2000.