Admissions Counselor

About the role

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking an Admissions Counselor to join our team. UCCS is dedicated to academic excellence, research, and community engagement, offering a unique setting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

Responsibilities

• Utilize data to plan and implement recruiting and outreach to prospective freshmen and transfer students, both in-person and virtually.
• Attend high school visits, college fairs, and other recruitment activities.
• Represent UCCS at community college appointments, individual appointments, information sessions, and family engagement events.
• Travel out-of-state as needed to recruit students.
• Support on-campus recruitment efforts by taking appointments, greeting visitors, and assisting with general inquiries via phone and email.
• Track applicant/admit/incomplete reports related to the territory and generate ideas to improve yield.
• Plan and execute events in the territory to convert admits to enrollment, such as admitted student dinners.
• Prepare professional presentations and communicate transfer advising information to prospective students and families.
• Counsel and guide students through admissions counseling conversations to support their success.
• Develop relationships with key contacts within the assigned territory and communicate through various methods including phone, email, in-person, text, and social media.
• Occasionally perform some night and evening work.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience in higher education setting working with students professionally or as a student assistant is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Colorado Community College System is preferred.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license issued by a state within the United States is required.

Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of CRM systems and data analysis tools.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical Plans
• Affordable Dental, Vision Plans, and Prescription Drug Prices
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Retirement Options
• Wellness Programs
• Additional Benefits through CU Advantage

Pay

$39,979 - $51,586 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, tentatively starting July 1, 2026.