University of South Carolina
Admissions Counselor
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Beaufort, SC
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Full-Time
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$40K - $58K
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Enrollment
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June 27th, 2026
CRM
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina Beaufort is hiring an Admissions Counselor. The role involves recruiting and supporting students from special populations, including military-connected students, veterans, and international students, by managing recruitment territories, building partnerships, and guiding prospective students through the admissions process to support enrollment growth and student success.
Highlights
- Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans focused on special populations such as military-connected, veterans, and international students.
- Manage recruitment territories and build relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, military education offices, and community organizations.
- Represent USCB at college fairs, military education events, and community outreach programs.
- Guide prospective students through the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment with personalized support.
- Utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to track recruitment communications and enrollment pipelines.
- Coordinate and manage travel schedules and budgets for recruitment activities, including significant travel during fall and spring recruitment seasons.
- Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, one or more years of related experience, and a valid driver’s license.
- Preferred experience in admissions counseling, sales, or customer service.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, internet-based technologies, and enrollment marketing strategies.
- Salary range from $40,269 to $58,390, commensurate with qualifications, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, and paid leave.
Admissions Counselor Full Description
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department’s discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Posting Details
Supplemental Questions
Posting Summary
| Logo | |
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| Posting Number | STA00486PO26 |
| Job Family | Enrollment Management |
| Job Function | Admissions |
| USC Market Title | Admissions Representative |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132599 |
| Job Level | P1 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Admissions Counselor |
| Campus | Beaufort |
| Work County | Beaufort |
| College/Division | USC Beaufort College/Division Level |
| Department | BFT Enrollment Management |
| State Pay Range | G06 |
| USC Market Range | MRC - $40,269 $49,330 $58,390 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications |
| Location of Vacancy | USC Beaufort supported area |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00pm, with 1 hour for lunch. |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Administrative |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | Admissions Counselor University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) Expand Opportunities. Build Connections. Change Lives. Are you passionate about helping students from diverse backgrounds discover a place where they can thrive? Do you enjoy building relationships, connecting with communities, and creating pathways to higher education? If so, the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites you to join our Enrollment Management team as an Admissions Counselor. Located in the heart of South Carolina’s beautiful Lowcountry, USCB provides a personalized, student-centered educational experience where every student matters. As our Special Populations Admissions Counselor, you’ll play an essential role in expanding access to higher education by recruiting and supporting students from specialized populations, including military-connected students, veterans, international students, and other targeted recruitment groups. If you’re energized by meaningful outreach, strategic recruitment, and helping students achieve their educational goals, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Your Opportunity to Make a Difference As a primary ambassador for the University, the Admissions Counselor represents USCB throughout South Carolina, across the nation, and internationally while guiding prospective students through every stage of the enrollment journey—from first inquiry to becoming a proud Sand Shark. You’ll develop innovative recruitment strategies, cultivate strong partnerships with schools, military installations, community organizations, and international partners, and provide personalized guidance that helps students confidently navigate the admissions process. Your work will directly contribute to USCB’s enrollment growth while increasing educational opportunities for diverse student populations. What You’ll Do
What Makes You Successful We’re seeking an energetic, relationship-driven professional who is passionate about expanding educational opportunities and connecting students with life-changing experiences. Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Travel with Purpose This exciting position offers the opportunity to represent USCB throughout South Carolina, and in targeted recruitment markets. The Special Populations Admissions Counselor may:
Why Choose USCB? The University of South Carolina Beaufort combines academic excellence with personalized education in one of the nation’s most beautiful coastal regions. Our commitment to student success, innovation, and community engagement creates an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. As the Special Populations Admissions Counselor, you’ll help broaden access to higher education, strengthen our diverse campus community, and inspire students from all backgrounds to discover the opportunities available at USCB. If you’re ready to build meaningful connections, champion student success, and help shape the future of higher education in the Lowcountry, we’d love to hear from you. Join the University of South Carolina Beaufort and help students from every background discover where they belong as Sand Sharks. |
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| Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. |
| Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | A valid driver’s license in good standing. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Experience in admissions counseling, sales, or customer service preferred. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Must have strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Skilled at public relations and public presentation, knowledge of CRM programs for tracking from inquiry to enrollment, and knowledge of marketing and advertising strategies. Excellent presentation, communication skills, and an ability to articulate the value of USCB enrollment and degrees. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and the internet a must. Must be willing to travel in and out of state extensively. Able to drive and; must be insurable. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Creates a strategic plan for attracting students from special populations, to include, but not limited to, military and international students. Sets goals for assigned populations regarding inquiries, applications, campus visitors, accepted students, and enrolled students. Makes travel arrangements and manages travel schedule within travel budget. Position could travel a minimum of 5-7 weeks in the fall and a minimum of 2-3 weeks in the spring, attending college fairs and private visits to targeted schools. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Manage and nurture all special population files within the admissions funnel, related to the assigned student populations. Maintain communication with prospective students and stakeholders throughout each stage of the admissions funnel, while clearly communicating the value and opportunities of a USCB education, and giving exceptional customer service. make initial admission decisions for prospective students. Uses technical resources and predictive modeling to make informed decisions about student applications and outreach. Build authentic relationships with prospective students and stakeholders by serving as a knowledgeable, responsive, and student-centered point of contact. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Monitor recruitment and enrollment progress by tracking student interactions, maintaining accurate records in CRM and student information systems, reviewing applications, and using data to support enrollment goals and improve conversion strategies. Prioritize outreach and re-engage students as needed to sustain momentum toward matriculation. Conduct proactive student engagement through phone calls, text messaging, emails, virtual appointments, and in-person meetings to guide students through the admissions process, address barriers, and support application completion and enrollment conversion. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Develops and maintains expertise to conduct campus tours; conducts daily/weekend campus tours whenever needed. Meet with students and families after campus tours, explaining the application process, scholarship opportunities, student life, etc. Handles assigned duties during Admissions Events, to include, but not limited to, Open House, Virtual Events, Counselor Workshops, Group Tours, Accepted Students Day, and Orientation. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Performs other duties as assigned. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No |
|---|---|
| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
|---|---|
| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Open Date | 06/25/2026 |
| Job Close Date | 09/25/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department’s discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
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| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/208571 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |
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