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University of Texas at Arlington

Admissions Counselor III

🇺🇸 Arlington, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $45K - $50K 💻 Enrollment 🗓️ March 24th, 2026

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The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring an Admissions Counselor III. The role involves executing student recruitment activities to attract prospects, applicants, and enrollees, providing expert guidance on admission processes and educational opportunities, and mentoring new admission counselors to support the university's enrollment goals.

Highlights

  • Manage recruitment territory for freshman, transfer, international, and graduate students.

  • Travel frequently to schools, colleges, and conferences for recruitment and publicizing admissions.

  • Plan and participate in on-campus, off-campus, and virtual recruitment events.

  • Provide counseling to prospective students and families regarding admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.

  • Mentor and train new admission counselors and assist in recruitment planning and coordination.

  • Review student applications, transcripts, and appeals as part of admissions committees.

  • Develop relationships with university departments, high schools, and community college contacts.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

  • Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of student counseling experience related to admissions.

  • Salary range is $45,400 to $49,699 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Admissions Counselor III Full Description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06617P
Position Title Admissions Counselor III
Department Recruiting
Location Arlington
Position Status Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
  • Some weekend event commitments.
  • Ability to work some required nights and weekends.
  • May require frequent travel for recruiting purposes.
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis Bi-weekly
Job Summary
This senior level position will be responsible for performing student recruitment activities to generate prospects, applicants, and enrollees. Provide advanced professional information, advice and counseling regarding the institutional student admission process and educational opportunities of the University. Act as lead and serve as a mentor and trainer for new admission counselors. Perform work in ways that contribute to the university’s successful achievement of enrollment goals. Foster a positive working environment that honors the UTA Principles of Community and leads to healthy levels of productivity and contributes to UTA being increasingly known as a great place to work.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $45,400 – $49,699.The final offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manages an assigned territory or market segment for the purpose of recruiting freshman, transfer, international, and/or graduate enrollees and/or prospective students.
  • Travels to conferences, high schools, colleges, and other learning institutions to publicize and explain admission requirements and procedures.
  • Answer’s phone calls and responds to e-mails from prospective students and their family members.
  • Plan and implement all recruitment functions to increase student enrollment. Organize, create, and participate in events, both on and off campus, as well as virtual events.
  • Provide advice and counsel to prospective students and parents (both on and off the campus) about specific educational opportunities of the University, including admissions requirements and the financial aid and scholarship processes.
  • Serves as a mentor and trainer to new admission counselors, coordinates some travel schedules and assignments, and assists with developing and implementing recruitment plans.
  • Participates on the Internal Review team to determine which students are conditionally admitted to the university. 
  • Serves on the Admissions Appeal Committee to review files of students who appeal their initial admission decision .
  • Develops and nurtures relationships with influential contacts such as university department personnel, high school counselors, advisors, and community college liaisons. 
  • Assists other areas/departments on campus with recruitment efforts
  • Assists in developing and implementation of marketing and recruiting campaigns to achieve target enrollment goals. 
  • Evaluates effectiveness and provides assessment of recruitment activities; provides written updates of territory and enrollment goals.
  • Reviews and evaluates prospective students’ transcripts and applications for admission, counsels’ applicants regarding their eligibility status.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • One (1) years of experience counseling students in academic and scholastic matters, with a broad knowledge of institutional admission requirements or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
  • Experience and knowledge of how to produce accurate admission and transfer evaluations are required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two (2) years of experience counseling students in academic and scholastic matters, with a broad knowledge of institutional admission requirements or the equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.
  • Detail Oriented.
  • Ability to multitask in a busy office environment with multiple interruptions, including high volume phone calls and monitoring multiple email accounts.
Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD or equivalent
  2. * How many years of experience do you have with counseling students in an academic and scholastic matter, with a broad knowledge of institutional admission requirements?
    • None/less than 1 year
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 6 years or more
  3. * How many years of academic leadership experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1-3 years
    • 3 or more
  4. * Are you available to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays?
    • Yes
    • No
    • Depending
  5. * Are you willing to travel?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume or CV
  2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

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