Admissions Counselor

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Bethlehem, PA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $40K - $48K 💻 Enrollment 🗓️ August 2nd, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Lehigh University is hiring an Admissions Counselor to drive recruitment, selection, and enrollment activities for the Office of Admissions. The role involves managing a domestic recruitment territory, evaluating applications, conducting interviews, and supporting events to shape the incoming student class.

Highlights

Manage assigned regional recruitment and build relationships with prospective students, schools, alumni, and organizations.
Plan and execute a 4–8 week fall travel schedule with daily visits to high schools.
Conduct holistic application reviews using established criteria and interpret diverse academic records.
Lead public presentations and individual admissions interviews to guide prospective students.
Participate in key campus recruitment events such as open houses and admitted student programs.
Support specialized projects involving marketing, technology, international admissions, or volunteer coordination.
Require proficiency in communication, organizational skills, and flexibility to work weekends and travel.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience with 0-1 years related work experience.
Compensation range approximately $39,670 - $47,620 based on experience and qualifications.
Valid driver’s license needed; position involves driving university-owned vehicles and occasional weekend work.