Southern California Regional Admissions Advisor

Southern California Regional Admissions Advisor Oregon State University, United States about 16 hours ago

Location:

California City, CALIFORNIA

Deadline:

28 May 2026 Position Details Position Information Department Admissions (XEM) Position Title Coordinator-Stud Outrch & Retn Job Title Southern California Regional Admissions Advisor Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location California Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Job Summary The Office of Admissions is seeking a Southern California Regional Admissions Advisor. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

THIS POSITION IS REQUIRED TO BE BASED OUT OF THE INDIVIDUAL'S HOME WHO MUST RESIDE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

(LOS

ANGELES COUNTY PREFERRED

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AND WITHIN SPECIFIED BOUNDARIES AND CITY LIMITS AS REQUIRED AND APPROVED BY THE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF RECRUITMENT.

This position is responsible for the planning and execution of undergraduate recruitment in Southern California. The regional admissions advisor is based in an assigned area and will work out of their home to support the undergraduate recruitment plan. This position requires one to work independently out of their home and in high schools and other venues regularly, make decisions, and manage their territory as needed and assigned. Developing plans, maintaining a budget, planning events, communicating with students, families, counselors, colleagues, and their supervisor regularly, and developing and scheduling their recruitment plan will be executed regularly are essential functions for this position. This position will serve prospective high school and transfer students, families, schools, and community organizations. It will generate tuition revenue and affect enrollment for OSU by recruiting qualified students. Additionally, it will promote academic programs and student services and meet university goals and support the strategic plan. The person must be able and willing to independently travel for extended periods and work during irregular hours extensively, including late nights, early mornings, evenings, and weekends. They must be able and willing to manage frequent travel and fatigue related stress. The purpose of the Regional Admissions Advisor - Southern California is to: Primarily serve potential high school and community college students, and their parents/guardians, schools and college counselors, and community organizations in the respective area in which they are required to reside and encourage enrollment to Oregon State University and OSU-Cascades. Support the Associate Director with the undergraduate recruitment plan with events and programs and office management as needed and assigned. Generate tuition revenue and affect enrollment for OSU and OSU-Cascades by recruiting qualified students. Support academic programs and student services and stay in tune with campus events and activities for promotional purposes. Understand that their role is unique as an employee of OSU based off-campus out of their home and that they may need to find unique ways to be a self-advocate and determine ways to navigate the process of assisting students or in getting their job done. Develop relationships with key on-campus and off-campus partners. Support the university goals and strategic plan. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: oregonstate/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU's safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive. 2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation! Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 30% -

Execution of Recruitment Plan:

Represents OSU and OSU-Cascades/Office of Admissions at college fairs, high school visits, multicultural events, community colleges and other activities in regional territory and other areas as needed and assigned, which requires the ability to travel and drive a vehicle on behalf of the university, work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends a minimum of seventeen weeks per year, and to maintain a current, valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Develops and maintains relationships with key campus departments and external communities and organizations to best serve all student populations. Develops and maintains relationships on behalf of the university with high school and community college personnel, prospective students and their families, cultural and ethnic communities, and other influences. Works frequently with OSU units and is trained to promote OSU and OSU-Cascades programs and services to attract and enroll successful students to the university. Travels back to campus for training and other meetings as needed and assigned. Plans and conducts presentations, informational sessions, and discussions on OSU campuses and college enrollment options. Supports the strategic plan and goals for a diverse and academically competitive student body through recruitment efforts. 25% -

Planning, Development and Management of Recruitment Plan:

Schedules recruitment and other program related activities from their home and manages and coordinates travel arrangements to assure the effective use of resources. Confirms appointments and advertises visitations to students, counselors, and others. Manages home office duties and performs daily office functions, which includes storing and tracking inventory of recruitment materials, maintaining responsibility for issued equipment (ex. laptop, cell phone, iPad, printer), taking frequent trips for postage services to ship contact cards, request reimbursements, distribute mail, and advertise visits. Maintains various forms of communication with on campus staff to coordinate packing and shipping of materials and other necessary duties to fulfill obligations to be successful in role. Independently plans and coordinates travel. Makes budget/expenditure recommendations to the Associate Director of Recruitment. 10% -

Counsel and Advise Prospective Students:

Meets with and fields questions from prospective students and their families to advise/counsel them on the admissions application process and status, requirements, deadlines, and OSU/OSU-Cascades programs. Makes appropriate referrals to campus academic units, student programs and campus life opportunities. Executes presentations at high schools or community colleges on admissions application process, college essays, college resume, etc. Writes notes and messages to follow up with students. Requires up to date knowledge of current OSU and OSU-Cascades policies, procedures, and personnel for referral. Promotes and refer students to all OSU campuses as appropriate. 10% -

Major Event Support and Assistance:

Attends and assists with the planning of events and activities on behalf of the Office of Admissions and Oregon State University/OSU-Cascades as needed and assigned. Provides event coverage for key yield and reception programs (i.e., Destination Beaver Nation, Explore), plans and hosts training sessions for volunteers. Advises and provides feedback on programs for locations and date selections. Partners with Marketing and Alumni Association as needed to increase effective exposure and methods for recruitment. Aid with START programming in territory. Attends recruitment programs on and off campus. Creates and maintains reports for programs, pulls data to assess the effectiveness of activities and programs and to track budgetary expenditures, and develops surveys for assessing the effectiveness of programs and events. 10% - Holistic Admissions Review Reads admissions applications. Provides feedback to Director of Admissions as a required part of the admission decision process, which may also be considered for scholarships and Extended Admission decisions. Engages in and completes the required professional holistic admissions review training process, and once trained, will read applicant files independently, attend feedback forums, and participate in ongoing cultural competence training. 10% - Exposure and Development of University Relationships within

Assigned Region:

Participates in networking and recruitment activities with the regional admission-related networks such as RACC. Regularly attends parent nights and workshops as needed and assigned. Continuously builds relationships with counselors, participates in professional conferences, networks with key players, and assists in branding and increasing exposure for the University in the state. Conducts research on state and national enrollment trends and advises campus on specific territory trends that may affect enrollment goals. Communicates regularly with regional counterparts. 5% - Other Duties as Assigned (includes but is not limited to): Assists with publications and website updates and the management of social media efforts. Assists volunteers as needed and provides support during training sessions and meetings. Provides support for the Associate Director of Recruitment and Assistant Director of Non-Resident Recruitment on special projects. Participates in professional development activities. Serves on search committees as needed. What You Will Need Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited not-for-profit college or university. 2 years or more of professional work experience in undergraduate admissions at a regionally accredited 4-year not-for-profit college or university, noting that student, part-time, graduate student or for-profit work experience does not qualify towards that minimum required experience. Demonstrable experience in professional roles that involve extensive public speaking to diverse audiences and extensive public contact. Candidate must have technological experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. Experience developing and organizing large programs and large events from start to finish. Must be able and willing to travel for extended periods and work irregular hours extensively, including late nights, early mornings, evenings, and weekends, for a minimum of seventeen weeks per year. Demonstrable experience in creating and conducting presentations. Excellent verbal, oral and written communications skills. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to drive and travel in all weather conditions. Must be able to fly on a commercial aircraft. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per

University Standard:

05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030 What We Would Like You to Have Progressively responsible and varied undergraduate admissions work experience at a large-sized and regionally accredited 4-year not-for-profit college or university strongly preferred. Involvement in NACAC, HACAC, PNACAC, WACAC, RMACAC and/or other ACAC organizations or regional admissions network (i.e., RACC) strongly preferred. Knowledge and understanding of Southern California demographics, territory management, and public and private high schools. Experience and familiarity with utilizing social media applications, databases, and other student recruitment tools. Previous experience using a CRM (Slate preferred). Progress towards or completion of a Master's degree in College Student Services Administration, Higher Education, Business/Marketing, or closely related field. Resides within Los Angeles County within the State of California. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Frequent night and weekend work. Frequent travel via car and plane. Constant work in high schools, community colleges and event locations. Flexibility and ability to be productive in various locations a must. Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $70,304-$72,322 Link to Position Description jobs.oregonstate/position_descriptions/19517 Posting Detail Information Posting Number

P09899UF

Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/06/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 05/04/2026 Full Consideration Date 05/18/2026 Closing Date 05/28/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 05/18/2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. When ing you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. For additional information please contact: Kelly Pjesky Kelly.

Poregonstate We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). ground check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our ground Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relationsoregonstate .