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Admissions Counselor
Career Insights for Enrollment / Admission Counselor
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What they do
An Enrollment or Admission Counselor reviews applications and advises on admissions decisions for private elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities. Organizes information and promotional materials about a school, conducts interviews with students and families, reviews application materials, and works with other school or college administrators to plan admissions goals and identify financial aid resources for admitted students. May travel to meet and recruit students.
$62,242 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Staff Full-time Location:
UMBC Campus Categories:
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Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Position Overview:
Serves as a member of the Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation professional staff that is responsible for the recruitment of prospective freshmen and transfer students through high school and college visits, college fairs, information sessions, on and off-campus recruitment, yield and orientation events. Why Work at UMBC? UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $48,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. For 16 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For!Telework:
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.Responsibilities:
Serves as a member of the Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation professional staff that is responsible for the recruitment of prospective freshmen and transfer students through high school and college visits, college fairs, information sessions, on and off-campus recruitment, yield and orientation events. Renders admissions decisions. Applies university policies, performs other duties as assigned.Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Background Screening Statement:
A background check will be required. Special Instructions toApplicants:
Upload a cover letter and a resume.Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here): Generous Leave which includes accruing: 22 Days of Annual Leave 15 Days of Sick Leave 15 Holidays 3Personal Days Tuition Remission:
8 credit hours per semester Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employmentAdditional Benefits:
Life and disability insurance Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan) Professional development opportunities Wellness opportunities & Much more Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.Salary:
Salary:
$48,000 - $54,500 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Hours:
Full Time Type:
Regular FLSA Status:
Exempt Equal Opportunity Statement:
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Title IX:
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work Authorization As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.Advertised:
Aug 11 2026 09:00 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Open Until FilledBenefits
- Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings