University of Vermont
Admissions Counselor
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- Oversee geographic recruitment territory and implement recruitment strategies aligned with enrollment goals.
- Conduct group presentations and represent the university at high schools and college fairs.
- Engage regularly with prospective students and their parents to provide admissions information.
- Review student applications and make admissions decisions based on university criteria.
- Requires proficiency in basic computing skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and student database systems.
- Must have a bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of related experience with demonstrated multicultural competency.
- Ability to travel outside Vermont and a valid driver's license are required.
- Desirable proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish or Mandarin.
- Anticipated salary ranges from $52,000 to $54,000 annually.
- Position may involve non-standard hours, occasional evenings or weekends, and is eligible for hybrid work schedules.
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| Advertising/Posting Title | Admissions Counselor |
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| Posting Summary | Serve as admissions counselor within the framework of the University’s enrollment targets and consistent with the mission and annual objectives of the admissions office. Oversee a geographic recruitment territory and conduct activities to support the recruitment of academically qualified and diverse students. Conduct large and small group presentations, visit high schools, attend college fairs, and represent the University of Vermont on and off campus. Communicate regularly with prospective students and parents. Review applications and make admissions decisions. This position is campus-based with potential for hybrid environment at specified times of year. |
| Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree and two to four years’ related experience required. Demonstrated multicultural competency and a commitment to recruit a diverse student population required. Effective communication skill, both oral and written, required. Basic computing skills (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and familiarity with relational student databases) required. Ability to travel outside Vermont required. A valid driver’s license is required. |
| Desirable Qualifications | Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish or Mandarin. |
| Anticipated Pay Range | $52,000 to $54,000 |
| Other Information | |
| Special Conditions | Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Union Position | Yes, UVMSU |
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
| Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States |
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| Job Open Date | 08/28/2026 |
| Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
| Position Title | Admissions & Enrollment PC1 X |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | S6282PO |
| Department | Admissions/30200 |
| Position Number | 017742 |
| Percent of Full-Time | 1.0 |
| Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5 |
| Term (months per year) | 12 |
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