University of South Carolina
Enrollment Counselor
🇺🇸 Aiken, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $38K - $47K
💻 Enrollment
🗓️ October 21st, 2025
CRM
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an Enrollment Counselor. The role involves representing USC Aiken to recruit new students by utilizing CRM, student information systems, and territory management to increase inquiries, applications, admits, and enrollment. The counselor actively engages in outreach activities including visits to schools, events, and presentations while managing assigned territories and collaborating with a team of enrollment officers.
Highlights
- Represents USC Aiken by visiting high schools, colleges, and fairs to recruit students and increase enrollment.
- Utilizes CRM and student information systems to manage recruitment territories and monitor enrollment progress.
- Develops marketing collateral and builds relationships with school counselors and administrators in assigned territory.
- Counsels applicants on admission requirements and reviews freshman applications during peak times.
- Works a full-time schedule with extensive in-state travel and some night and weekend hours.
- Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Minimum qualification: Bachelor's degree in a job-related field or equivalent combination of certification, training, or experience.
- Preferred experience includes admissions, orientation, student-centered university roles, public presentations, and involvement in student organizations.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Advertised salary range: $37,735 - $47,168 per year, starting salary $43,900.
Enrollment Counselor Full Description
Enrollment Counselor
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
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 October 27, 2025.
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 October 27, 2025.
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Posting Number | STA00849PO25
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) | Enrollment Counselor
Campus | Aiken
Work County | Aiken
College/Division | USC Aiken College/Division Level
Department | AIK Admissions
State Pay Band | 4
Approved Starting Salary | $43,900
Advertised Salary Range | $37,735 - $47,168
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule |
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Other Professional
Posting Number | STA00849PO25
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) | Enrollment Counselor
Campus | Aiken
Work County | Aiken
College/Division | USC Aiken College/Division Level
Department | AIK Admissions
State Pay Band | 4
Approved Starting Salary | $43,900
Advertised Salary Range | $37,735 - $47,168
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule |
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Other Professional
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.
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.
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 | Enrollment Counselor (Stu Srvcs Prog Coord I), Salary: $37,735 – $47,168 per year, USCA Admissions
The Enrollment Counselor represents USC Aiken in order to increase enrollment by recruiting new students by utilizing CRM, student information system, territory management, and all available resources. Increases prospects and family visits to campus, and creates additional student applications for admission. Contributes as part of a results driven team of enrollment management officers and effectively manages assigned territory to increase inquiries, applications, admits, and enrollees. Extensive in-state travel along with some night and weekend work is required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office suite software (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, and ability to balance priorities. Minimum requirements: 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. Preferred: Experience in admissions, orientation, or other student-centered university functions. Strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills. Strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations. Experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information system). Application deadline: October 27, 2025. USCA is an AA/EOE. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.
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 | Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in admissions, orientation, or other student-centered university functions. Strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills. Strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations. Experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information system).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and oral communication skills. Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office suite software (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, and ability to balance priorities.
The Enrollment Counselor represents USC Aiken in order to increase enrollment by recruiting new students by utilizing CRM, student information system, territory management, and all available resources. Increases prospects and family visits to campus, and creates additional student applications for admission. Contributes as part of a results driven team of enrollment management officers and effectively manages assigned territory to increase inquiries, applications, admits, and enrollees. Extensive in-state travel along with some night and weekend work is required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office suite software (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, and ability to balance priorities. Minimum requirements: 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. Preferred: Experience in admissions, orientation, or other student-centered university functions. Strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills. Strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations. Experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information system). Application deadline: October 27, 2025. USCA is an AA/EOE. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.
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 | Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in admissions, orientation, or other student-centered university functions. Strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills. Strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations. Experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information system).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and oral communication skills. Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office suite software (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, and ability to balance priorities.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Represents USC Aiken to prospective students, families, and school officials by visiting high schools and colleges, college fairs, and other recruitment activities to increase enrollment. Travel is required, as is extensive night and weekend work. Counsels applicants on admission requirements and decisions. Reviews applications for freshman admission at peak times. Assists with the daily operation of the Office of Admissions including maintaining daily appointments, phone/e-mail/web contacts, and corresponding with the various constituencies of the office. Regularly presents group information sessions.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Markets, manages, and produces enrollment growth from assigned recruitment territories by utilizing CRM, Student Information System, and other available technology
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Develops assigned territory in South Carolina and elsewhere for USC Aiken including marketing collateral. Builds strong relationships with school counselors and administrators in order to build this territory. Organizes and executes frequent visits and events for schools in assigned territory.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Aligns application, admit, yield, and enrollment activities with goals of the Division of Enrollment Management and guidance from supervisor. Self-tracks enrollment targets and progress toward territory enrollment goals. Attends and actively participates in on campus and off campus events; helps to staff night and weekend enrollment events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Other duties as assigned within Admissions and Enrollment Management.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Markets, manages, and produces enrollment growth from assigned recruitment territories by utilizing CRM, Student Information System, and other available technology
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Develops assigned territory in South Carolina and elsewhere for USC Aiken including marketing collateral. Builds strong relationships with school counselors and administrators in order to build this territory. Organizes and executes frequent visits and events for schools in assigned territory.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Aligns application, admit, yield, and enrollment activities with goals of the Division of Enrollment Management and guidance from supervisor. Self-tracks enrollment targets and progress toward territory enrollment goals. Attends and actively participates in on campus and off campus events; helps to staff night and weekend enrollment events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Other duties as assigned within Admissions and Enrollment Management.
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 | 10/20/2025
Job Close Date | 10/27/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
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 October 27, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196533
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 | 10/20/2025
Job Close Date | 10/27/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
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 October 27, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196533
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 at least 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
Optional Documents
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