Admission Counselor

Posting Details
Position Information Position Title Admission Counselor
Position Category Staff (Non-Exempt)
FLSA Non-exempt
FTE 1
Location Thousand Oaks
University Background The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person's dignity. Basic Function Under the direction of the Associate Director of Transfer Admission, provide information regarding the University to prospective transfer students; travel to various cities in California, to recruit students and make presentations to community colleges, interview students, reviews applications and scholarship essays, follows up with students, selects qualified applicants, and makes recommendations regarding admissions and awarding of scholarships as appropriate; provides support to recruitment activities in areas including but not limited to transfer and multicultural recruitment, professional development and community relations. Representative Duties Conducts admission interviews for prospective transfer students. E
Evaluates transcripts, interprets transfer course equivalencies, advises students on core requirements and available majors. E
Maintains admission files and enrollment records. E
Plans, coordinates and implements transfer recruitment activities.. E
Builds relationships with community colleges and businesses in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. E
Read and evaluate applications and scholarship essays; assure applicant credentials meet qualifications for admission; select qualified applicants and make recommendations regarding admissions and awarding of scholarships. E
Provides outstanding customer service to prospective students and applicants; responds promptly to inquiries via email and phone; manages communication with prospective students and applicants regarding admission process and related matters. E
Explains financial aid policies and opportunities. E
Communicates effectively with university personnel and departments servicing students and coordinating events. E
Develops routine letters and other correspondence as needed. E
Attends staff and campus wide meetings. E
Performs work during the evening and some weekends, including light travel. E
Provides work direction and training to assigned staff. E
Prepares and maintains records and reports related to assigned activities. E
Participates in the development of publicity materials including letters, brochures and fliers. E
Perform related duties as assigned. E=Essential Functions Knowledge Of Admissions policies and procedures
Recruitment, interviewing and advisement techniques
Public speaking techniques
Recruitment within the framework of university mission, goals and objectives
Communication and marketing strategies
University mission, goals and objectives
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and cultural sensitivity Ability To Provide information regarding the university to prospective students
Travel to various cities and make travel arrangements
Interview students, read applications and scholarship essays, select qualified candidates and make recommendations regarding admissions and awarding of scholarships
Prepare and deliver oral presentations
Collaborate with other university departments
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to internal and external audiences
Organize and schedule work
Operate a computer and other office equipment Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's Degree and intern experience in a college or university setting Preferred Qualifications Fluency in Spanish Licenses and other requirements Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
Valid driver's license Physical Abilities Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; communicate to exchange information in person, in writing, on the telephone and by email; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files Environment Office environment
Driving a vehicle to conduct work
Ground and air travel Hiring Range $26-$28
Posting Detail Information Posting Number Staff004952022
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 06/29/2026
Position End Date Open Date 04/13/2026
Close Date 06/25/2026
Open Until Filled No
Application Procedure/Special Instructions Statement California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Optional Documents