Admissions Counselor II- San Antonio

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

11d•$43,888•Remote

About The Position

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is hiring an Admissions Counselor II to recruit undergraduate students primarily from the San Antonio region. The counselor advises prospective students about admissions, course transferability, academic offerings, enrollment information, and university opportunities, and coordinates school visits and regional programs to increase awareness of the university. This is a remote position, but the employee must reside in the San Antonio region to support recruitment activities, maintain local relationships, and represent the university at regional events. The employee is expected to work independently and collaborate with the recruitment team to meet enrollment objectives, complete projects, and perform other assigned duties. The role includes regional and statewide travel, including visits to campus for recruitment events and training. It involves building partnerships with schools, community colleges, community organizations, and alumni; communicating with students, parents, and counselors; preparing reports; and coordinating recruitment and admissions events. The position requires flexibility to work irregular hours, including weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
One year of related experience; an associate degree and three years of related experience may substitute for the minimum education and experience requirement.
Ability to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends.
Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
Strong customer service and written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize events.
Ability to learn the university’s admissions processes, academic offerings, services, and student opportunities.
Must reside within the San Antonio region.

Nice To Haves

Experience in admissions, student recruiting, student affairs, or college relations.
Documented excellence in a professional role involving daily one-on-one interactions in a dynamic, service-oriented environment.
Experience with Banner Student Information System, CRM software, and enrollment applications such as Argos or Laserfiche.

Responsibilities

Advise San Antonio-area students on admission requirements, enrollment information, academic offerings, and opportunities at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
Build relationships with high school counselors, community college representatives, and community organizations in the San Antonio area.
Visit schools to present information and host admissions events; attend college fairs, signing days, and other events requiring university participation.
Recruit undergraduate students during TACRAO recruiting season in San Antonio and other regions of Texas.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies and programs to attract prospective students and yield admitted students.
Travel to campus for preview events, recruitment programs, training, and related activities.
Reconcile monthly travel statements and billings.
Communicate with students, counselors, and parents about application status and admissions files using text messages, phone calls, email, and postal mail.
Send monthly student-status reports to high school partners.
Prepare weekly recruitment reports for the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment.
Coordinate and host regional recruitment and admission events to collect applications and yield students.
Coordinate an annual Counselor Update for local school counselors and community partners.
Coordinate with local alumni to support recruitment initiatives.
Coordinate the San Antonio and Border Run TACRAO college fair schedule.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with employee-only coverage listed at $0–$30 per month after the university contribution; the university covers up to 83% of premiums for other coverage tiers.
Dental and vision insurance.
Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
Dual Career Partner Program.
On-campus wellness opportunities.
Counseling, work-life assistance, financial resources, and legal resources.
Public Loan Forgiveness and book scholarships.
Tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year, subject to applicable rules.
Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan, plus voluntary tax-deferred or deferred compensation plans.
At least eight hours of paid vacation time off each month.
Eight hours of paid sick leave each month.
Eight hours of paid birthday leave.
12–15 paid holidays each year.
Professional development opportunities.