University of South Carolina
Admissions Representative
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $46K
💻 Other
🗓️ August 6th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an Admissions Representative. The role involves managing a geographic territory to identify and recruit prospective students, schools, and growth markets through extensive travel and strategic outreach. The representative will engage with students, parents, and counselors, providing admissions information and advising on policies while reporting data to guide university recruitment efforts.
Highlights
- Manage recruitment activities including college fairs, school visits, workshops, and panels within the assigned territory.
- Build relationships through personalized communication and seasonal outreach plans targeting students, parents, and counselors.
- Provide customer service and advise prospective students and families on admissions policies and procedures.
- Review application files, handle office communications, and participate in staff meetings and professional development.
- Analyze demographic and market data to manage and strategize recruitment efforts effectively.
- Use recruitment database system (Slate) and other technology tools for data entry and communication.
- Requires extensive travel within assigned territory and occasional regional travel for training and events.
- Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, or experience.
- Preferred background includes admissions, customer service, marketing, sales, or student personnel experience; local knowledge of secondary schools is advantageous.
- Salary set at $46,125 annually for a full-time, 12-month professional position with flexible scheduling requirements.
Admissions Representative Full Description
Admissions Representative
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 September 19, 2025.
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00639PO25
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; with one hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | STA00639PO25
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; with one hour for lunch.
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.
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.
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.
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 | 20Job 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 | 20Job 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 | 20Job 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 | 20Job Duty | Using demographic, historical and environmental data, effectively analyze and strategically manage assigned recruitment territory.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job 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 | 20Job 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 | 20Job 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 | 20Job Duty | Using demographic, historical and environmental data, effectively analyze and strategically manage assigned recruitment territory.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job 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.
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
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 08/05/2025
Job Close Date | 09/19/2025
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 September 19, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/192581
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.
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 08/05/2025
Job Close Date | 09/19/2025
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 September 19, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/192581
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 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
- * Are you able and willing to travel alone within an assigned geographic region for student recruitment and professional development/training events?.
- Yes
- No
- * Do you understand this position requires overtime and extensive travel?
- Yes
- No
- * Briefly share why you are interested in this position.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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