Admissions Counselor I

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Houston, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ July 31st, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring an Admissions Counselor I. The role involves representing the university to prospective students and other stakeholders, focusing on recruiting freshman students through public relations, school visits, counseling, and event participation.

Highlights

Recruit freshman students for Mississippi State University through extensive travel and school visitations.
Conduct individual counseling sessions with students and parents and manage follow-up communications.
Plan and participate in recruitment events, conferences, and meetings to promote the university.
Develop recruitment strategies and assist in orientation programs and alumni engagement.
Proficiency in relevant software and database management required.
Bachelor’s degree and valid driver’s license required.
Preferred experience includes working with students, parents, university administrators, and faculty.
Strong communication, interpersonal, public speaking, organizational, and data-driven decision-making skills needed.
Position requires extensive travel and ability to perform physical activities such as standing, walking, and lifting up to 10 pounds.
Indirect supervision over support staff and student workers; reports to Associate Director for Recruiting.