Admissions Counselor Recruiter

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Admissions Counselor Recruiter. The role involves recruiting students, reviewing and processing admissions applications, conducting campus tours and student interviews, and participating in events related to student recruitment.

Highlights

Recruit students and develop relationships with guidance counselors and career facilitators to meet enrollment goals.
Interview prospective students and assist them and their families with the admissions and enrollment process.
Manage communication with prospective students using phone, email, text, and social media.
Enter and utilize student recruitment data to support targeted outreach efforts.
Assist with campus tours, recruitment events, and freshman orientation activities.
Participate in speaking engagements, college information sessions, and workshops to provide expertise on admissions.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in Student Services or related field, or a bachelor’s degree with two years related experience, and knowledge of USC Upstate campus and programs.
Must hold a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and pass a background check.
Starting salary range is $41,258 to $44,262 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition Program
Dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00829PO25
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 Recruiter
Campus	Upstate
Work County	Spartanburg
College/Division	USC Upstate College/Division Level
Department	UPS Admissions
State Pay Band	5
Approved Starting Salary	$41,258
Advertised Salary Range	$41,258 - $44,262; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Location of Vacancy	USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required.
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Student Services

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.

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.

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 Recruiter University of South Carolina Upstate STA00829PO25 Spartanburg, SC The primary purpose of this position is to recruit students, assist with reviewing and processing admissions applications, provide campus tours/student interviews and participate in special events for student recruitment.
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 are required.
Preferred Qualifications	Masters degree in Student Services or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience.. Prefer knowledge of USC Upstate campus and programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	A successful background check and a good driving record is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Organized and detail oriented with dependable follow-through. Must be able to interact and build relationships with representatives of community as well as faculty and staff at USC Upstate locations.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Travel to assigned territories for freshman recruitment to establish new and foster existing relationships with guidance counselors and career development facilitators to grow enrollment. Target identified students in specific majors to drive toward enrollment goals.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Job Duty	Interview and assist students and their families through all aspects of the admissions process as well as provide them counseling to guide them through the enrollment process at Upstate.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students and their families, providing exceptional customer service and communication by initiating and answering phone calls, correspondence, and inquiries in a timely manner. Use email, text messages and social media strategies to communicate with prospects.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Enter data in the student recruitment data system to allow for follow up and recruitment efforts. Use data in system to target students for communication plans. .
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Assist with recruitment events and campus tours for students who visit the USC Upstate campus to recruit them as new students. Provide campus information sessions prior to campus tours. Participate in freshman student orientation events to provide service to students.
Essential Function	No
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Participate in various speaking engagements, college information sessions, workshops and conferences. Act as a resource to college counselors and provide expertise on the admissions process in public forums.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	5

Job Duty	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	10/13/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant	The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Program Dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196220
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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* This University of South Carolina Upstate position is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Do you wish to continue applying for this position?
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* Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a masters degree in Student Services or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a valid driver's license and good driving record?
- Yes
- No
* The salary range for this position is $41,258 - $44,262 based on education and experience. Is this salary range acceptable to you?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume
List of References and Contact Information

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