Regional Admissions Counselor - DFW

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

4d • Remote

About The Position

The Regional Admissions Counselor - DFW develops and manages a pool of prospective students in an assigned territory that includes Fort Worth, West Texas, and the Western U.S. The position requires extensive year-round travel to high schools and colleges, as well as travel to the University of Arkansas campus when needed for special events and training. The counselor is expected to reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area as a remote worker.

The counselor develops strategic partnerships with students, families, and high school personnel, and recruits, advises, and assists prospective students throughout the admissions process. The role promotes the university, represents its values, and helps ensure a smooth transition for incoming students. Other related responsibilities may be assigned.

The role involves giving presentations and interacting with large groups of prospective students, frequent travel by vehicle and/or air, and the ability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Regular, reliable, non-disruptive attendance and the ability to maintain collegial working relationships are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• At least one year of customer service experience.
• At least one year of demonstrated leadership experience in a professional, educational, or student organization setting.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University requirements for operating a motor vehicle while conducting University business.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area.
• Ability to travel frequently by vehicle and/or air.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, English, Public Relations, or a related business major such as Marketing.
• At least two years of professional experience in higher education, including admissions, recruitment, advising, student services, enrollment services, or a related area.
• Experience with public speaking or presenting to large groups.
• Experience with territory management.
• Experience as a remote worker.
• Knowledge of university and admissions office procedures and policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the University of Arkansas.
• Organizational skills, including prioritization, attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and creative thinking.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including presenting to a large audience.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pool of prospective students in the assigned territory.
• Travel year-round to high schools and colleges throughout Fort Worth, West Texas, and the Western U.S.
• Travel to campus for special events, training, and other needs.
• Develop strategic partnerships with students, families, and high school personnel.
• Recruit, advise, and assist prospective students throughout the admissions process.
• Promote the University of Arkansas and represent the institution’s values.
• Help ensure a smooth transition for incoming students.
• Give presentations and interact with large groups of prospective students.
• Assume other related areas of responsibility as assigned.
• Maintain regular, reliable, non-disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with University contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

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