Admissions Counselor-Orientation & Pre-College Programs Coordinator

Pay Range: Targeted salary $43,000 annually, based on experience

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with some occasional nights and weekends hours

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes

About the role

The Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR) makes connections and creates experiences with the next generation of Sooners by supporting domestic and international freshman, transfer, and concurrent students throughout the application and decision process. Our team operates from Norman and across the state, nation, and world, partnering with faculty, staff, parents, counselors, and communities to provide guidance and resources to prospective students. Our goal is to build a vibrant OU community by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational, service, involvement, and community experiences. We seek individuals who exhibit integrity, care, intentionality, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Division of Enrollment Services, identify, attract, and enroll prospective students through a variety of recruitment and outreach efforts.
• Serve as a key representative of the institution, building meaningful relationships with students, families, high school counselors, and community partners.
• Support the Orientation and Pre-College Programs team by leading recruitment initiatives, developing targeted communications, and advising prospective students throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
• Design and produce recruitment materials, attend recruitment fairs, and support year-round Orientation programs for freshman, transfer, and concurrent students.
• Serve as a liaison between the Office of Admissions and Recruitment (OAR), academic colleges, faculty, Information Technology, and local, regional, and national partners to ensure coordinated and student-centered enrollment efforts.
• Serve as the primary resource for prospective concurrent students, guiding them through the admissions process and facilitating application, enrollment, and orientation procedures.
• Advise prospective concurrent students on admissions requirements, assist with application completion, and schedule individual or group meetings as needed.
• Serve as the direct academic advisor, alongside another coordinator, for concurrent students each semester they are admitted and want to take coursework with OU.
• Represent the institution at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and on-campus programs to promote awareness and interest.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in on- and off-campus recruitment and yield events, including information sessions and presentations for prospective students, families, and stakeholders in both virtual and in-person settings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high school counselors, community partners, and other external stakeholders.
• Review and evaluate applications for admission in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring adherence to institutional guidelines.
• Maintain consistent communication with prospective students via phone, email, text, and CRM to ensure engagement and follow-up.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as financial aid, academic advising, and student services to support a seamless transition for admitted students.
• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies, support marketing efforts including publication development, and participate in cross-functional project teams.
• Stay current on admissions policies, academic offerings, and campus resources; effectively utilize the institution's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to track interactions and manage data.
• Assist with New Sooner Orientation for first-time freshman, transfer, and concurrent students.
• Perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Travel is required for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid driver's license

Hiring contingent upon a background check.