Senior Admissions Counselor

The University of Cincinnati seeks a Senior Admissions Counselor to lead recruitment and counseling efforts that drive enrollment goals. In this student-centered role, you will advise prospective students and families on academic programs, admissions processes, and financial aid, while managing a recruitment territory and applicant pipeline. You'll represent UC at school visits and events, support on-campus and virtual programs, and use data and CRM tools to refine outreach. Collaborating across campus, you will help shape diverse, high-achieving incoming classes and mentor junior staff in a supportive, research-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students and families on admissions, financial aid, and academic programs
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies aligned with enrollment goals
• Represent UC at college fairs, school visits, and community events
• Manage an assigned recruitment territory and applicant pipeline
• Review applications and make informed admission recommendations
• Collaborate with colleges and departments on targeted outreach initiatives
• Analyze enrollment data to inform strategy and reporting
• Support on-campus and virtual visit programs and yield events
• Use CRM and admissions systems to track prospects and communications
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements

Required Skills

• Student recruitment strategy
• Admissions counseling
• Territory management
• Public speaking and presentations
• CRM and admissions systems (e.g., Slate)
• Data analysis and reporting
• Event planning and coordination
• Financial aid and scholarship knowledge
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Process improvement