Admissions Representative

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Admissions Representative. This role manages a geographic territory to recruit prospective students, feeder schools, and growth markets by maintaining territory knowledge, building relationships, and presenting university information while advising on admissions policies. The representative travels extensively, uses data analysis for market strategy, and performs recruitment-related administrative duties.

Highlights

Manage admissions recruitment activities within an assigned geographic territory, including college fairs, high school visits, and events.
Build personalized relationships with students, parents, and counselors through various communication methods and outreach events.
Provide exemplary customer service and advise prospective students and families about admissions policies and procedures.
Conduct application file reviews and use technology to support recruitment and internal communication.
Analyze demographic and market data to effectively manage recruitment strategies in the territory.
Requires proficiency with personal computers and data entry into the Slate system.
Must have strong public speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills.
Requires extensive travel within the assigned region and readiness for seasonal overtime.
Must possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of certification, training, or experience.
Preferred candidates will have familiarity with USC, admissions or related fields, and knowledge of local secondary schools.
Compensation starts at $46,125 annually with full-time, 12-month employment and a standard work schedule of 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, flexible as needed.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by January 21, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00028PO26
Job Family	Enrollment Management
Job Function	Admissions
USC Market Title	Admissions Representative
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/140721
Job Level	P0 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Admissions Representative
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Enrollment Management
Department	EM Undergraduate Admissions
State Pay Band	4
Approved Starting Salary	$46,125
Advertised Salary Range	$46,125
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	*Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm* *Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.*
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.
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.

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.

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	The Admissions Representative manages an assigned geographic territory as part of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions’ nationwide recruitment program. The Admissions Representative will travel to their assigned territory and is responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge and oversight of that territory in order to identify and recruit prospective students, feeder schools, and potential growth markets. The Admissions Representative will utilize high-level customer service, relationship-building, presentation, technological, and data analysis skills in order to recruit prospective students, report on their territory, and provide recruitment data to management to determine market priorities. The Admissions Representative will present students, parents, and high school counselors with up-to-date information about the University of South Carolina student experience and advise them on admissions policies and procedures. This position requires extensive travel and seasonal overtime.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge and familiarity of USC is preferred. Background experience in admissions, customer service, marketing, sales, public relations, or another student personnel area desired. Preference will be given to those who currently live in the existing geographic market and have knowledge of the local secondary schools.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	• Must relate well to people, have an engaging personality, and be able to speak with confidence in front of groups. • Must have exceptional customer service skills to ensure positive, brand-promoting interactions with prospective students/families, guidance counselors, and other constituents. • Knowledge of secondary and post-secondary school systems desired. • Must be able to read and evaluate academic credentials as well as market data for assigned territory. • Must be able to operate a personal computer. • Must be able to make public presentations to groups, counsel individuals, and maintain confidentiality of student credentials. • Will be required to organize special programs. • Will be required to travel alone in assigned geographic location. • Must be able to drive during the day as well as at night. • Must be able to make public presentations before large groups of people. • Must have strong writing skills. Traveling alone within assigned geographic region and to South Carolina for student recruitment and professional development/ training events. This position requires extensive travel and seasonal overtime.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Develop, plan, and implement admissions recruitment activities within assigned territory. This includes, but is not limited to, attendance at college fairs, high school visits, workshops, panels, and other recruitment events. Enter all recruitment plans, student inquiries, and assessment into Slate by set deadlines. Complete all purchasing, travel, HR, and paperwork in compliance with University and office policy.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Build relationships and personalize the admissions process for students, parents, and high school counselors within assigned territory by establishing a seasonal outreach plan. This should include (but is not limited to) personalized communication and/or updates via note writing, email, text, and/or or phone calls; outreach events via virtual platform; and in-person special events.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Exhibit exemplary professionalism and provide excellent customer service as representative of the university. Advise and counsel students and their families regarding admissions and other University policies and procedures. This will include significant communication with students and parents via phone and email.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Complete general admissions duties including, but not limited to, application file review, attendance at special events, COW mail, and general office phone calls. Use necessary technology in day-to-day activities to better perform regional duties and to stay connected with Columbia-based staff as well as other remote employees. Attend staff meetings, trainings, workshops, department visits, and (when possible) professional conferences.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Using demographic, historical and environmental data, effectively analyze and strategically manage assigned recruitment territory.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

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	01/14/2026
Job Close Date	01/21/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. *We are only accepting applications submitted by* January 21, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201324
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 (*).

* Do you have a bachelor's degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume
List of References and Contact Information

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