SUA 1 - Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Position Details

Posting Number
N01215

Classification Title
SUA 1

Working Title
SUA 1 - Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Employee Group
Professional

Bargaining Unit
SCUPA

Location
Main Campus

Department
Undergraduate Admissions

Pay Rate
$47,453

Employment Type
Regular FT

Work Schedule
8:00 -4:30 Monday – Friday
Some weekends and evenings are required

Position Summary

• Engages in new first-year recruitment activities off campus, including but not limited to high school visits, college fairs and other events, both in Pennsylvania and out-of-state (emphasis). Non-traditional hours (weekend, weeknight, and overnight) may be required
• Manages a cohort of first-year student applications and recommends admission decisions to Associate Director/Director
• Responsible for small and large group presentations
• Serve as counselor for the day, and provides frequent recruitment and admission counseling, working with individuals, families and groups on an in person, telephone or electronic basis
• Helps coordinate bus trips to campus
• Staffs departmental presentations, open house activities and other reception style events
• Obtains information through self-study, training, or existing staff to represent the opportunities associated with enrolling at the University
• Establishes contact-intensive interpersonal communication with prospective students and their families.
• Other related duties as required to support the operation of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at SRU

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and valid driver’s license
Successful performance in an interview

Preferred Qualifications

Successful professional recruitment experience working in a college/university Admissions Office

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date
05/11/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application.
Full consideration given to applications received by May 25, 2026.
Official transcripts are required prior to appointment.
Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.