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Regional Admissions Counselor - Austin

🇺🇸 Austin, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $4,000 per Month

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ November 14th, 2025

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Texas State University is hiring a Regional Admissions Counselor - Austin. The role involves recruiting prospective students and promoting the university within the Austin area, conducting presentations, visits to high schools and community colleges, and participating in admissions events. The counselor must communicate effectively with students, parents, and counselors while residing in the Austin area.

Highlights
  • Recruit prospective students and promote Texas State University in the Austin area.
  • Conduct visits to high schools and community colleges and participate in admission events.
  • Deliver large and small group presentations and plan recruitment events.
  • Build and maintain relationships with prospective students, parents, and counselors.
  • Prepare recruitment reports and collaborate with the admissions team.
  • Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree, residency in Austin, effective written communication, ability to work evenings, overnights, and weekends.
  • Preferred qualifications include being a Texas State employee or alumnus, bilingual in Spanish, and prior college admissions experience.
  • Must have a valid Texas Driver's License with good standing per employer driving standards.
  • Monthly salary starts at $4,000, commensurate with qualifications.
  • Position requires extensive travel within assigned territory and availability for varied work hours.

Regional Admissions Counselor - Austin Full Description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The Austin Regional Counselor must reside in the Austin area.
You will be required to electronically attach:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number 2026133
Posting/Functional Title Regional Admissions Counselor - Austin
University Pay Plan Title Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Location Austin
Department Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Recruitment Type Open Recruiting
Job Type Full-Time
Funding Source Permanent
Monthly Salary $4,000.00 + commensurate with qualifications
Job Category Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Available for evening, overnight, and occasional weekend work
  • Must live in the Austin area or be willing to relocate
  • Effective and accurate written communication skills
  • Attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
  • Texas State employee or alumnus
  • Bilingual Spanish
  • Two years or more of prior experience in professional college admissions
  • Experience working remotely
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to recruit prospective students and to promote Texas State in the Austin area. The Austin Regional Admissions Counselor participates in all aspects of recruitment, both in the Austin area and on campus.

Expected activities include but are not limited to visits to high schools and community colleges, presentations, admissions events, and communication with students, parents, and counselors. 

The Austin Regional Admissions Counselor position requires excellent oral and written communication skills as well as exceptional interpersonal skills. 

The Austin Regional Admissions Counselor must reside in the Austin area.
Job Duties
The characteristics and responsibilities of the ideal Austin Regional Admissions Counselor include but are not limited to:
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Being self-motivated
  • Taking initiative
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with individuals and in a group setting
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Providing exceptional customer service
  • Extensive travel
  • Available for evening, overnight, and occasional weekend work
  • Participating in college fairs and admissions events throughout the assigned territory and on campus
  • Conducting large and small group presentations
  • Collaborating with the admissions team
  • Planning recruitment events
  • Communicating and establishing relationships with prospective students, parents, and counselors
  • Preparing recruitment reports
  • Other duties as assigned

Candidate must reside in the Austin area
Additional Information to Applicants
The Austin Regional Counselor must reside in the Austin area.
You will be required to electronically attach:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
Job Open Date 11/13/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled Yes
Normal Work Days
Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM
Posting Notices Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.
Why Choose Texas State University?
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54936
Applicant Document
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  1. DD 214/DD1300
  2. Veteran's Preference
  3. Licensure
  4. Certifications
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