Job Description
SUBR | Admissions Counselor
Date
April 27, 2026 SUBR | Admissions Counselor |
Position Type:
Unclassified Full-Time | Salary:
$43,888 Application Deadline:
May 23, 2026 JOB DESCRIPTION
The Admissions Counselor represents Southern University to prospective students and organizations and works to increase inquiries and convert applications into enrolled students. Partners with the Admissions Team to develop strategies and tactics designed to reach aggressive recruitment goals. The successful Admissions Counselor/Recruiter of Undergraduate Admissions exhibits superior supervisory, customer service, and professional skills throughout daily interactions and communications with students, including interviews, phone calls, emails, and information sessions. Assist in creating and implementing recruitment strategies to reach prospective students through events, referrals, online and print communications, and outreach to external individuals and groups. Must demonstrate an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members, faculty, students, alumni, administrators, and staff. The Admissions Counselor reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and evaluate applications, including transcripts, test scores, essays, and recommendation letters.
Participate in holistic decision-making as part of the admissions committee.
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into admissions systems.
Work closely with other departments, such as financial aid, housing, and academic advising, to provide a comprehensive experience for students
Answer phone calls and respond to emails.
Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS
Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. At least one (1) or more years of experience HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment Application. External applicants can apply here.
Current Southern University employees should apply here. APPLICATIONS SHOULD INCLUDE
A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
Three (3) professional letters of recommendation. Point of Contact:
Wesley Wells | Interim Director of Admissions and Recruitment Division of Enrollment Management wesley.wells@sus.edu A criminal background check and reference verification are required. EEO/ADA Statement:
The Southern University System complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws. Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable federal and state laws. This commitment applies to but is not limited to decisions concerning hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.
