Admission Counselor
Job Summary
Prepares, processes, maintains, and provides information regarding student admissions records and/or reports. Participates in recruitment activities and projects.
Duties
- Travel and recruit across the northeastern United States, with focused attention on Eastern PA, New Jersey, and the DC area.
- Interview prospective students, review applications, and provide personalized guidance throughout the admissions process.
- Counsel and follow up with first-year and transfer students interested in enrolling at Pitt-Bradford.
- Represent the University at college fairs, high school visits, and campus events.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; preference given to Pitt-Bradford alumni.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the energy to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing a travel budget or related administrative responsibilities is helpful.
- A genuine enthusiasm for working with students — a sense of humor and a strong work ethic go a long way here.
Physical Effort
Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including a retirement plan with up to 8% employer match; group medical, life, optional vision, and dental insurance; and generous vacation, sick, and personal time. For details, visit https://www.hr.pitt.edu/benefits/health-welfare.
Qualifications
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; nights and weekends as needed
Prioritization
On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range
$40,000.00
Background Check
The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment:
- PA State Police Criminal Record Check
- FBI Criminal Record Check
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance