Sr Admissions Counselor, Student Services, Carl H. Lindner College of Business

Requisition: 104126

About the role

The Lindner Graduate Admissions Office is seeking an experienced Senior Admissions Counselor to support recruitment, admissions review, and engagement efforts across Lindner's graduate programs. This position reports to the Associate Director of Graduate Admissions and plays a key role in guiding prospective students from initial inquiry through enrollment. The Senior Admissions Counselor is responsible for managing a high-volume caseload of prospective students, responding to inquiries, conducting follow-up outreach, and providing personalized advising on program options, admissions requirements, and next steps. The role also includes overseeing program-area coverage, supporting application review, and contributing to yield strategies that strengthen enrollment outcomes.

This is a highly visible position that increases awareness and enthusiasm for Lindner's graduate programs through proactive communication, strategic outreach, and participation in recruitment events. The counselor will support both virtual and on-campus programming, coordinate with faculty and staff on program-specific needs, and serve as a representative of the college at recruitment fairs, employer events, and community engagements. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is communicative, organized, and student-centered. They should be able to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment. Strong public speaking skills, creativity, adaptability, and a commitment to providing outstanding prospective student experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve and manage recruitment of various graduate business programs to ensure the university reaches various enrollment goals while being fiscally responsible; serve as the primary resource for contacts in that area
• Develop and execute initiatives that best serve the students and organizations in the area; make data-driven decisions to coordinate and execute travel within that area
• Travel during key time periods, and work evenings, weekends, and beyond a traditional work week as needed to effectively perform responsibilities
• Manage prospective students through the full recruitment lifecycle — from initial inquiry and lead generation through application, admission, and enrollment — by maintaining student and organizational data; implementing strategic lead management and nurturing practices; monitoring application progress; conducting phone, virtual, and on-site advising appointments; qualifying candidates; implementing and explaining academic programs and admissions requirements; and assessing student fit to support informed enrollment decisions
• Collaborate on recruitment initiatives with program stakeholders including faculty, staff, and alumni
• Coordinate one or more specialized programmatic areas such as on-campus and off-campus events, student tour guides, tele-counseling, campus visits, outreach and access, high-achieving scholars, website, social media, transfer, communications and marketing, regional campus referrals, etc.; the scope of the programmatic area(s) likely involves partnerships and efforts beyond the Office of Admissions
• Oversee special projects and/or initiatives as assigned
• Evaluate applications for admission and make holistic admission decisions using many pieces of information; accuracy and consistency needed to ensure the university is properly aligned to reach various enrollment goals
• Use a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to maintain records and prepare reports as required; generate reports and assist in analyzing and interpreting data for future planning and evaluation

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable record
• Some positions may require a valid passport
• Three (3) years of relevant experience
• Experience with Slate or other CRM software (preferred)

Schedule

This position will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office / 2 days work from home) for those with a residence within OH/IN/KY following 90 days of training. Residence must be in the tri-state area within reasonable distance to UC Main Campus to have ability to report to campus as required. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies. Travel during key time periods, and work evenings, weekends, and beyond a traditional work week as needed.

Pay

Competitive salary up to $53,182 annually based on experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission — UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university
• Robust Retirement Plans — As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position
• Real Work-Life Balance — UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
  • Vacation and sick time
  • 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities