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The Pennsylvania State University

Graduate Student Admissions Officer, College of Information Sciences and Technology

Career Insights for Enrollment / Admission Counselor

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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.

$63,390 / year median in Pennsylvania

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Graduate Student Admissions Officer, College of Information Sciences and Technology The Pennsylvania State University paid time off, sick time, remote work United States, Pennsylvania, University Park 201 Old Main (Show on map) Aug 29, 2026 APPLICATION
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT
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For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST)seeks an Admissions Officer to primarily recruit for graduate programs (a single doctoral program and master's programs) to help meet our goals of attracting a high-quality and diverse graduate student body. This position will be a part of the team that also recruits undergraduate students and based on college needs may also assist with undergraduate recruitment. Our master's programs include two in-residence M.S. programs - Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations and Informatics. Online we offer a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations and a Master's of Enterprise Architecture and Business Transformation (MEA). We also offer several Integrated Undergraduate and Graduate (IUG) programs which bring IST undergraduate students into our graduate programs. The Admissions Officer will liaise with the Associate Dean for Student Success, particularly for activities related to diversifying the applicant pool. The Admissions Officer will also work closely with the Graduate Programs staff, who manage the Graduate Recruiting Committee (GRC) for the doctoral program and the Masters Advisory and Recruitment Committee (MARC).
Specific responsibilities will include:
Pre-recruitment graduate program marketing including website and marketing literature content creation; monitoring and managing website and marketing literature updates and distribution collecting data helpful to recruitment including graduate student placement, time-to-completion, conducting focus groups with current graduate students to inform marketing and recruitment strategies developing and maintaining awareness of domestic and international markets for our graduate programs liaise with IST and PSU entities to help inform or coordinate marketing and recruitment including IST undergraduate recruiting, the Fox Graduate School, graduate student recruiters in PSU 'sister' colleges (Engineering, Smeal, EMS, Science, HHD), and Penn State Global liaise with IST and PSU entities helpful to recruiting a diverse applicant pool and graduate student population including IST Associate Dean for Student Success and the Fox Graduate School Active Recruitment identify and attend graduate school career fairs and conferences that promote diverse graduate student populations (e.g., Tapia conference, PhD Project) lead and participate in on-campus recruitment activities provide outreach to applicants and admitted students answer inquiries from interest forms from World Campus and the IST website develop and run online information sessions for international graduate students maintain an updated list of FAQs for applicants participate in Graduate Programs tasks and activities as needed, including working with the Graduate Recruiting Committee (GRC) and the Masters Advisory and Recruiting Committee (MARC) periodically assist with undergraduate recruitment
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None Work Modality:
This role blends in person and remote work and includes travel to conferences and other universities to support student recruitment efforts.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the
U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $49,188.00 - $71,340.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines