Admissions Counselor

Job Number:

JR101817

$50,000

Job Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Admissions, this role helps plan and coordinate undergraduate recruitment efforts for first-time and transfer students to support enrollment growth across all FSU programs. In collaboration with admissions staff, the position carries out recruitment strategies designed to optimize student engagement and yield at each stage of the admissions process, contributing to the enrollment of a highly qualified incoming class aligned with the University's enrollment objectives. Admissions Counselor Frostburg State University (FSU), Office of Admissions seeks applications for a full-time, exempt Admissions Counselor position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position includes the robust University System of Maryland benefits package, which is comprised of annual, personal, and sick leave, holidays, tuition remission, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and retirement plans.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of an Assistant Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor is responsible for providing information regarding admissions standards and requirements for prospective students. Work directly with prospective students through the admissions, financial aid, scholarship, and application process. Implement recruitment activities such as campus trips, presentations, Saturday visits, virtual events, resource tables, application workshops, and designated area projects. Frequent travel to high schools and two-year colleges with some overnight travel required. Other duties as needed to assist with student enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with one to three years of related experience. The successful candidate will have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to interact effectively and promote a culturally diverse prospective student population. Valid non-commercial driver's license and a desire to travel required. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to assist with student enrollment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management system (CRM). About the

University:

A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 4,000 students enroll yearly. About the

Area:

FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered a four-season outdoor hub of recreational experiences offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!

To Apply:

If you wish to apply, please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) resume; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) names and contact information for three professional references. For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by 05/13/26. This position is open until filled.

Additional Job Information:

Admissions Counselor FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university. Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU