Admissions Counselor

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University of Kentucky is hiring an Admissions Counselor. The role involves recruiting students by developing and implementing recruitment efforts, managing a recruitment area, representing the University at events, counseling prospective students and families, organizing special events, and collaborating with university departments and alumni clubs to promote undergraduate enrollment goals.

Highlights

Develops, coordinates, implements, and participates in student recruitment initiatives.
Represents the University of Kentucky at college fairs and professional conferences with travel and weekend commitments.
Manages a defined recruitment service area, primarily Southern Ohio, Indiana, or Lexington.
Counsels prospective students and families on the admissions process.
Plans and directs special events both on and off campus.
Collaborates with university departments and alumni clubs nationwide.
Required software knowledge: SAP, Microsoft Windows, and Excel.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience.
Compensation range: $43,805 - $70,075 per year.
Physical demands include lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.

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Job Title	Admissions Counselor
Requisition Number	RE52284
Working Title	Admissions Counselor/Southern Ohio
Department Name	1B560:Undergraduate Admissions-Strategic Recruitment
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	44
Salary Range	$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None.
Physical Requirements	Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift	Days, Evenings, and Weekends. This position will also operate on select weeks during Winter and Summer months.
Job Summary	The Admissions Counselor–Southern Ohio position is a fully remote position and a strong candidate for the position will live and work in Southern Ohio (Cincinnati or Dayton areas), Indiana or Lexington. The position will work from home except when traveling to high schools or events in their assigned territory. Recruits for the University of Kentucky,This person develops, coordinates, implements, and participates in recruitment efforts and admissions-related initiatives that serve to advance the undergraduate enrollment goals. Represents the University at college fair programs and professional conferences which will include extended hours of travel and weekend obligations. Responsible for managing a recruitment service area. Corresponds with and counsels’ prospective students and their families on the college admission process. Plans, organizes, and directs special events (on and off campus), conducts other office responsibilities as needed. Interacts with other university departments. Works with alumni clubs around the nation keeping them up to date about the University of Kentucky. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	SAP; Microsoft Windows; and Excel.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	11/24/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Job Title	Admissions Counselor
Requisition Number	RE52284
Working Title	Admissions Counselor/Southern Ohio
Department Name	1B560:Undergraduate Admissions-Strategic Recruitment
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	44
Salary Range	$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None.
Physical Requirements	Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.
Shift	Days, Evenings, and Weekends. This position will also operate on select weeks during Winter and Summer months.
Job Summary	The Admissions Counselor–Southern Ohio position is a fully remote position and a strong candidate for the position will live and work in Southern Ohio (Cincinnati or Dayton areas), Indiana or Lexington. The position will work from home except when traveling to high schools or events in their assigned territory. Recruits for the University of Kentucky,This person develops, coordinates, implements, and participates in recruitment efforts and admissions-related initiatives that serve to advance the undergraduate enrollment goals. Represents the University at college fair programs and professional conferences which will include extended hours of travel and weekend obligations. Responsible for managing a recruitment service area. Corresponds with and counsels’ prospective students and their families on the college admission process. Plans, organizes, and directs special events (on and off campus), conducts other office responsibilities as needed. Interacts with other university departments. Works with alumni clubs around the nation keeping them up to date about the University of Kentucky. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	SAP; Microsoft Windows; and Excel.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	11/24/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* This role requires a high level of self-motivation, excellent time management, strong organizational skills, effective communication skills, confident public speaking, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Can you share a professional experience that demonstrates how you've successfully embodied one of these qualities?
(Open Ended Question)

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