SUA 1 - Undergraduate Admissions Counselor

Posting Number:

N01215

Pay Rate:

$47,453 Work Schedule 8:00 -4:30 Monday - Friday Some weekends and evenings are required Position Summary Describe the work assigned to this position, listing the critical duties and responsibilities in rank order. Explain work in familiar terms. Engages in new first-year recruitment activities off campus, including but not limited to high school visits, college fairs and other events, both in Pennsylvania and out-of-state (emphasis). Non-traditional hours (weekend, weeknight, and overnight) may be required Manages a cohort of first-year student applications and recommends admission decisions to Associate Director/Director Responsible for small and large group presentations Serve as counselor for the day, and provides frequent recruitment and admission counseling, working with individuals, families and groups on an in person, telephone or electronic basis Helps coordinate bus trips to campus Staffs departmental presentations, open house activities and other reception style events Obtains information through self-study, training, or existing staff to represent the opportunities associated with enrolling at the University Establishes contact-intensive interpersonal communication with prospective students and their families. Other related duties as required to support the operation of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at SRU Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and valid driver's license Successful performance in an interview Preferred Qualifications Successful professional recruitment experience working in a college/university Admissions Office Notice of Non-Discrimination Slippery Rock University is committed to a policy of affirmative action. Slippery Rock University assures an equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, gender or veteran's status in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Respect for Individuals in the Community Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community. Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide three professional references in the application. Full consideration given to applications received by May 25, 2026. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.