Recruiter/Admissions Counselor

Fort Valley State University • Fort Valley, GA

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About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic, student-centered Admissions Counselor/Recruiter who loves connecting with people, telling our story, and helping future Wildcats find their place at FVSU. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys traveling, presenting, building relationships, and guiding students through the admissions process. You will represent FVSU across Georgia and the Southeast, sharing our mission with students, families, and high school partners. If you're energetic, organized, and passionate about helping students succeed, this role is for you.

Requirements

• Minimum of an associate's degree required.
• Minimum of one year in admissions, recruitment, advising, or documented leadership roles on a college campus or similar environment.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to connect authentically with diverse student populations.
• Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, travel-heavy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently initiate projects, follow through, and drive tasks to completion.
• Willingness to travel up to 70 percent during peak recruiting season (September through April), including overnight travel.
• Ability to report to the Fort Valley State University campus at least two days each month.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret student prospect data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize time effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of CRM systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent FVSU at in-person and virtual recruitment events across Georgia, Florida, and other key territories while sharing the Wildcat story, connecting with future students, and serving as the university's frontline ambassador.
• Build meaningful relationships with students, parents, school counselors, teachers, and community partners through calls, emails, texts, presentations, and one-on-one conversations while guiding students as they explore their next life experience.
• Lead targeted outreach campaigns through email, phone, and text to follow up with prospective students, answer questions, and keep them engaged throughout the admissions journey.
• Manage your recruitment territory with strategy and pride by creating and executing a territory plan in collaboration with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment to meet enrollment goals.
• Analyze recruitment efforts to determine effectiveness, address areas for improvement, and develop strategies that better engage and support future Wildcats.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees