Admissions Counselor

JOB TITLE: Admissions Counselor

PRIORITY DEADLINE: May 30, 2025

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION:  $38,000 Starting Salary

DIVISION:  Enrollment and Student Services

DEPARTMENT: Marketing and Public Relations

REPORTS TO: Director of Admissions and Strategic Communications

SUPERVISES: Not applicable

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One year’s experience in college admissions
• Experience with database use and customer relationship management systems

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Admissions Counselor serves as a vital ambassador of the College, responsible for engaging and guiding prospective students and their families through the admissions process. With a strong focus on accessibility and student success, this role engages with diverse populations—including first-generation students, adult learners, and transfer students—to promote awareness of academic programs, career pathways, and support services. The Admissions Counselor assists applicants from initial inquiry through application acceptance. The ideal candidate is a compassionate communicator, organized multitasker, and committed advocate for a welcoming, affordable, and high-quality education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews prospective student applications and supporting documents and ensures a complete and eligible application for submission and consideration
• Correspond with prospective students in a knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging way through direct mail, telephone, and digital channels
• Works collaboratively with their director and other counselors to review applicants, move applicants through the admissions process, and send out admissions offers
• Provides recommendation for process optimization throughout the admissions process
• Stays up to date on fraudulent application procedures, ensuring attention to detail in review and evaluation
• Maintains accurate documentation and records of students’ progress toward application submissions and next steps in the admissions process
• Contributes to the planning and execution of recruitment campaigns, events, and yield activities designed to increase enrollment and student engagement
• Stays current on institutional offerings, pathways, and transfer agreements designed to increase enrollment and student engagement
• Supports admissions and recruiting events as needed

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to obtain the following clearances and training:

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History Record Check
• Federal Criminal History Background Check
• Training Certificate - Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical and mental demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional ascending or descending of stairs, moving about workspaces to accomplish tasks
• Constant sitting and standing for prolonged periods, repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Occasional movement of object 20-50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK SCHEDULE:

• Office Location:   Hybrid - Remote and Warren Administrative Office.  For more information visit our website:  regionalcollegepa.org.
• Office assignment contingent upon business need
• Work hours:    8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required during peak seasons
• Notwithstanding the office hours, full-time employees are expected to work a minimum of 37 hours per week

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Infrequent travel required

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Campus Security Authority (CSA)

Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPRC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, or place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, perceived gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, use of a service animal due to disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran status, age, or other classification protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.