Recruiter/Admissions Counselor

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University of South Carolina is hiring a Recruiter/Admissions Counselor. The role involves traveling across a five-county service area to recruit students from high schools and community organizations to USC Salkehatchie campuses and reporting to the Assistant Dean for recruitment outcomes. The recruiter will conduct follow-ups with prospects and serve as an academic advisor to students.

Highlights

Travel to recruitment events throughout the Salkehatchie region and other assigned service areas.

Participate in on-campus events such as open houses, orientation, and visits.

Maintain student information using a CRM system and evaluate admission reports weekly.

Advise students on academic course selection and assist with admissions and financial aid processes.

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of student services programs and ability to build effective relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Full-time position with a 37.5-hour workweek, Monday through Friday.

Salary range $40,269 - $58,390, commensurate with qualifications.

Position located within USC Salkehatchie College/Division under Enrollment Management & Student Success department.

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Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00408PO26
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)	Recruiter/Admissions Counselor
Campus	Salkehatchie
Work County	Colleton
College/Division	USC Salkehatchie College/Division Level
Department	USC Salkehatchie Palmetto College
State Pay Range	G06
USC Market Range	MRC - $40,269 $49,330 $58,390
Anticipated Hiring Range	Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or as needed by 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	This staff position is within the Department of Enrollment Management & Student Success. The recruiter will be responsible for traveling throughout the five county service area to high schools, community groups, and other organizations to recruit students to our campuses. The recruiter will report to the Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management & Student Success regarding recruitment, enrollment goals, strategies, and results.
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
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Knowledge of student services programs & activities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, students, parents, and community patrons.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Travel to and participate in various recruitment events throughout the Salkehatchie region (Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Colleton, and Hampton counties) and other assigned service areas including Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties to recruit students. Participate in on-campus recruiting events including open house, Saturday visits, orientation, and other special events.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	70

Job Duty	Conduct follow-up communications to potential students to include but not limited to: phone calls, emails, mail outs, face-to-face contacts, and campus tours. Student information will be stored in CRM system. Admission reports will be evaluated on a weekly basis. Weekly recaps are turned in as necessary.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Admissions Counselor will serve as academic advisor to students attending both East and West campuses. Students are helped with choosing classes that fit into their degree of choice. Will also assist students with change of campus, completion of admissions and financial aid files, setting up email, SSC, and blackboard.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

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	07/16/2026
Job Open Date	06/04/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please include phone number and email addresses for references
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207397
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.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume
List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3

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