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College of Western Idaho • Nampa, ID

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About The Position

The College of Western Idaho is seeking a student-focused Admissions Counselor to represent the College throughout the Treasure Valley and beyond. The role combines relationship-building, community outreach, event coordination, and student support to help prospective students navigate admissions, onboarding, and college resources. The position involves travel within CWI’s service area, including to off-site events, as well as occasional evening, weekend, and overnight recruitment activities. Candidates must reside in Idaho and have reliable transportation for required travel. Employment visa sponsorship is not available.

The Admissions Counselor builds recruitment pipelines and community partnerships; guides students and families through enrollment; coordinates recruitment events and campus experiences; maintains recruitment records and student data; and collaborates with college teams to support student success and service. The role reports to the Assistant Director, Admissions and Recruitment and is full-time, with a posted pay range of $18.68–$23.35.

Requirements

• Associate degree.
• 1–3 years of experience in a community college setting; experience in Dual Credit, Registrar’s, Admissions, Student Enrichment, or Financial Aid is preferred.
• Strong technical abilities, including database systems, presentation software, and Microsoft Office or equivalent.
• Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills, public speaking skills, and ability to represent the College positively to all populations.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned recruitment territory and to off-site events as required.
• Reliable transportation to fulfill travel requirements.
• Must reside within Idaho.
• Submit a current resume outlining relevant experience, education, and qualifications.
• Submit a cover letter explaining interest in the position and how experience and skills align with its responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Ellucian Colleague ERP or another major ERP system.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills.
• Experience in a community college setting, preferably in Dual Credit, Registrar’s, Admissions, Student Enrichment, or Financial Aid.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate partnerships with high schools, community organizations, workforce agencies, and prospective student populations.
• Represent CWI at high school visits, college fairs, workforce events, campus events, and community outreach opportunities.
• Promote CWI programs, opportunities, and student resources as an ambassador of the College.
• Travel throughout assigned recruitment territories to strengthen community connections and support enrollment initiatives.
• Conduct one-on-one admissions appointments, campus tours, classroom presentations, workshops, and recruitment sessions for students and families.
• Provide guidance on admissions requirements, academic programs, financial aid processes, transfer pathways, and student resources.
• Support students through admissions and onboarding with timely communication, follow-up, and referrals to campus services.
• Assist with orientation and new student onboarding efforts.
• Coordinate and support campus visitation programs, admissions events, Open Houses, orientations, and outreach activities.
• Manage event scheduling, logistics, communication, and execution.
• Prepare, transport, and set up recruitment materials, displays, and event equipment.
• Participate in occasional evening, weekend, and overnight recruitment activities as needed.
• Document student interactions, outreach efforts, appointments, and follow-up in CRM and student information systems.
• Use recruitment technologies, reporting tools, virtual platforms, and databases to improve student engagement and workflow efficiency.
• Assist with data collection, reporting, and assessment of recruitment initiatives and student engagement outcomes.
• Maintain calendars, outreach records, and operational communications.
• Partner with Admissions, One Stop, and Enrollment & Student Services teams on recruitment and student success initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of admissions requirements, financial aid processes, institutional policies, and compliance standards.
• Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, committee work, and institutional initiatives.
• Provide professional, culturally aware, accountable, student-centered customer service to students, families, and community partners.

Benefits

• Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Eleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary).
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition discount on classes at CWI and other colleges.
• Health insurance; coverage details and plan summaries are available through the referenced benefits website.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree