Admissions Counselor II- San Antonio (Regional)

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor II position at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is responsible for recruiting students primarily from the San Antonio region. This role involves advising prospective undergraduate students on the admissions process, course transferability, and coordinating school visits and other programs to enhance awareness of TAMU-CC. This is a remote position, requiring the incumbent to reside in the San Antonio region to effectively support recruitment, maintain relationships with local schools and community organizations, and represent the university at regional events. The position demands self-motivation, goal orientation, flexibility, and the ability to work independently. The Admissions Counselor II will collaborate with the recruitment team to achieve enrollment objectives, complete special projects, and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One (1) year of related experience.
• Ability to travel and work irregular hours including weekends.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Intermediate skills with personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize events.
• Ability to learn TAMU-CC admissions, academic offerings, services, and student opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree and three (3) years of related experience.
• Experience in admissions, student recruiting, student affairs, or college relations.
• Documented excellence in a professional role, dealing one-on-one with people on a daily basis in a dynamic and service-oriented environment.
• Experience with Banner Student Information System, CRM Software, and other enrollment applications like Argos, Laserfiche, etc.

Responsibilities

• Advise San Antonio area students on admission requirements, enrollment information, academic offerings, and opportunities available at TAMU-CC.
• Build relationships and partnerships with San Antonio based high school counselors, community college representatives, and community organizations.
• Visit San Antonio schools to offer presentations and host admissions events.
• Attend college fairs, signing days, and other events requiring TAMU-CC participation.
• Recruit undergraduate students during the TACRAO recruiting season in San Antonio and other regions.
• Develop and implement recruitment programs and strategies to attract prospective students and yield admitted students.
• Travel to campus for campus preview events, recruitment programs, trainings, etc.
• Reconcile monthly travel statements and billings.
• Communicate with students, counselors, and parents regarding application statuses and admission files.
• Send monthly reports to high school partners to inform counselors of their students’ statuses.
• Use text messaging, phone calls, emails, and postal mail to connect with students, parents, and counselors.
• Prepare weekly recruitment reports for the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment.
• Coordinate and host recruitment and admission events in the region to collect applications and yield students.
• Coordinate an annual Counselor Update to provide information to local school counselors and community partners.
• Coordinate with local alumni to assist with recruitment initiatives.
• Coordinate the San Antonio and Border Run TACRAO college fair schedule.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with university contribution covering up to 83% of premium for employee and family coverage.
• Dental & Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
• Dual Career Partner Program.
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources.
• Public Loan Forgiveness.
• Book scholarships.
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
• Retirement plan options: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan.
• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level