About the role

  • Serve as a representative of the College of Arts and Sciences to ensure enrollment goals are met while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
  • Act as a primary resource for prospective students, families, counselors, and community partners interested in A&S programs.
  • Develop and implement initiatives that showcase the breadth and value of an Arts and Sciences education.
  • Make data-driven decisions to coordinate and execute travel, including college fairs, middle/high school visits, community organizations, and community colleges.
  • Travel extensively during key time periods (8 – 12 weeks in the fall and 3 – 6 weeks in the spring) and work evenings, weekends, and non-traditional hours as needed to effectively support both on-campus and off-campus recruitment efforts.
  • Maintain and utilize information about prospective students and schools to advise, encourage, and support students from first inquiry through application, admission, and enrollment in A&S.
  • Support strategic enrollment priorities for the College of Arts and Sciences, with particular emphasis on expanding college access and representation among diverse student populations (including underrepresented, high-achieving, transfer, out-of-state, and international students).
  • Implement and clearly explain admissions policies and procedures, ensuring students and families understand the pathway to Arts and Sciences programs.
  • May coordinate specialized programmatic areas that advance A&S recruitment goals, such as on-campus and off-campus events, student ambassador/tour guide programs, outreach and access initiatives, communications and marketing, transfer recruitment, or community partnerships.
  • Evaluate applications for admission to the College of Arts and Sciences and make holistic, well-informed decisions that align with enrollment goals and uphold university standards of fairness and accuracy.
  • Use a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to track interactions, maintain records, and prepare reports.
  • Assist in analyzing data to inform future recruitment planning and strategy.
  • Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record. Some positions may require a valid passport.
  • Past tour guide or admissions student worker experience
  • Comfortability with public speaking to both small and large groups
  • Desire to use data to help manage a recruitment strategy

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
  • Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
  • Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary of $42,000 - $44,000 based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities

Job title

Admissions Counselor, Arts and Sciences

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$42,000 - $44,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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