Admissions Counselor

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and yield prospective students through outreach such as high school visits, college fairs, campus events, and community engagements.
• Provide personalized information about academic programs, admissions requirements, financial aid, scholarships, and campus life to prospective students and families.
• Implement call, text, and interactive communication to engage prospective students.
• Maintain detailed reports in the CRM system.
• Cultivate and maintain collaborate relationships with secondary markets; including high school guidance counselors, students and families.
• Promote the University’s programs.
• Offer personalized support throughout the admissions process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2 years of experience in admissions, sales, recruitment, or related fields within higher education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and other technology platforms for communication and data management.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and support to prospective students and families.
• Must be able to travel throughout the assigned territory, requiring some evenings and weekends.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and remain in compliance with the Purdue University Motor Vehicle Records Check policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher Education experience.

Benefits

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.

Additional Information

• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.
• A Motor Vehicle Records check will be required for this position.
• Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA FLSA Status Exempt.