Admissions Counselor-Orientation & Pre-College Programs Coordinator

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

3d•$43,000

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor supports the Office of Admissions & Recruitment’s Orientation and Pre-College Programs team by identifying, attracting, and enrolling prospective students through recruitment and outreach. The position builds relationships with prospective students, families, high school counselors, and community partners, and provides guidance throughout the admissions and enrollment process. It is a key institutional representative and liaison among the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, academic colleges, faculty, Information Technology, and local, regional, and national partners. The role focuses on prospective concurrent students, serving as their primary point of contact and direct academic advisor alongside another coordinator. It supports application, enrollment, and orientation procedures and year-round Orientation programs for freshman, transfer, and concurrent students. The position also reviews applications, conducts interviews, collaborates on admission decisions, maintains accurate records, and supports college-readiness initiatives through outreach and strategic event planning. The position requires frequent travel for recruitment events and high school visits. The work is based in a standard office environment and involves extended computer and telephone use, presentations, and interactions across departments. Extended hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required, especially during peak admissions periods. The targeted salary is up to $43,000 annually, based on experience. The position is benefits eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong understanding of college admissions policies, procedures, and academic programs.
Familiarity with standardized testing such as PSAT, SAT, and ACT, and other college-readiness benchmarks.
Knowledge of student recruitment strategies, including marketing and outreach best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and maintain relationships.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel frequently for recruitment events and high school visits.
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods; use a computer and telephone for extended periods; bend, lift, stoop, and carry materials; and perform repetitive motions such as typing and data entry.
Ability to speak regularly in front of large groups and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, especially during peak admissions periods.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective concurrent enrollment students from initial inquiry through enrollment, providing personalized guidance and support.
Advise prospective concurrent students on admissions requirements, assist with application completion, and schedule individual or group meetings as needed.
Serve as direct academic advisor, alongside another coordinator, for concurrent students each semester they are admitted and want to take coursework with OU.
Represent the institution at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and on-campus programs.
Plan, coordinate, and participate in on- and off-campus recruitment and yield events, including information sessions and presentations in virtual and in-person settings.
Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors, community partners, and other external stakeholders.
Review and evaluate admission applications accurately and promptly in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Communicate with prospective students by phone, email, text, and CRM to support engagement and follow-up.
Collaborate with financial aid, academic advising, and student services to support admitted students’ transition.
Contribute to recruitment strategies and marketing efforts, including publication development, and participate in cross-functional project teams.
Stay current on admissions policies, academic offerings, and campus resources; use the CRM system to track interactions and manage data.
Assist with New Sooner Orientation for first-time freshman, transfer, and concurrent students.
Perform other duties as needed to fulfill the position’s function.