Regional Admissions Counselor

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/04/2026.

Position Summary

This position exists to facilitate the undergraduate recruitment and marketing efforts of UNC through the promotion of the university, generating interest from prospective students, coaching students through critical enrollment steps, and developing relationships and partnerships. Position may be assigned to a geographic territory throughout Colorado and may be based either on UNC’s main campus in Greeley or within the Denver metropolitan area depending on operational needs and organizational priorities.

Territory assignments and work locations may evolve in alignment with institutional enrollment strategies. The Admissions Counselor is expected to work collaboratively and strategically to recruit a successful, motivated, and diverse pool of prospective undergraduate students. This position will engage a broad constituency that includes middle school, high school, and transfer student populations; families/parents of prospective students; high school and community college advisors/counselors; alumni; college access programs; and community-based organizations.

If designated as a Regional Admissions Counselor, this position will be regionally based in the Denver Metro Area with heightened expectations of increased access, availability, and engagement with the aforementioned constituencies.

Job Duties

55% - Territory and General Recruitment Comprehensive and strategic management of an individually assigned recruitment territory comprised of both in-state and out-of-state regions. Utilize a broad base of institutional knowledge to effectively market and recruit a successful, motivated, and diverse pool of prospective first-time freshmen and transfer students.

Engage in deliberate, goal-driven action focused on guiding students through the enrollment funnel through a customer service-oriented philosophy of care directed toward students, families, high school support staff, and other key constituents.

This will require: -Recruitment travel (in and out of state) representing UNC at college fairs; school-sponsored functions; high school/community college site visits; individual appointments/group meetings; and community/civic events. -Counseling students and support people about admission criteria and other critical factors in the educational decision process Engaging in intentional action that initially focuses on acquiring leads and converting qualified students through the application stage. -Identifying and engaging with organizations and key partners who serve prospective student populations. -Conducting campus tour and high school group tour presentations and working at on-campus event days. -Managing the general admissions email and fielding inquiry calls from prospective students and families. -Managing a schedule that involves irregular work hours, including nights and weekends. -A valid driver's license.

If designated as a Regional Admissions Counselor, there will be a greater expectation of access and availability for all aforementioned responsibilities while functioning in a remote format. 25% - Freshmen and Transfer Student Yield Management Execution of data-driven outreach targeted at guiding students through critical enrollment steps intended to meet enrollment goals.

This will require: -Utilizing coaching techniques and personalized relationship management through multiple channels including: high school/community college site visits; individual appointments/group meetings; receptions/banquets; email, phone, and text campaigns; and working with high school/community college administrators. -Serving as a member of the Admissions Application Review Committee responsible for rendering admission decisions on domestic undergraduate applications 10% - Supporting Programs and Events Participate in the direction, coordination, and implementation of the following recruitment activities: -Large campus visit days for prospective, applicant, and admitted students. -Off-campus receptions held regionally in Colorado and out of state. -Public events and programs held within the local community.

10% - Other Responsibilities Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned as appropriate and may include: -Planning and scheduling travel and recruitment activities. -Recording and entering recruitment data. -Providing support in planning and programming for various recruitment activities and initiatives. -Providing support for day-to-day operations as part of the campus visit experience. -Serving as a liaison to an assigned college or university office.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

A Bachelor’s degree is required. Experience -One year of demonstrated leadership and or professional experience working with high school or college students.

Experience gained while working as a college student will be considered. -One year of customer service experience. -Demonstrated experience successfully delivering presentations to groups of various sizes. -Demonstrated ability to communicate (written and orally) articulately and effectively. -Proven ability to set work priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while meeting territory goals and deadlines. -Enthusiasm for working with students and representing the University of Northern Colorado. -Personal or professional commitment to diversity as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity outcome.

Preferred Qualifications -Previous professional admissions or college counseling experience. -Experience in working with and serving the needs of underrepresented communities. -Ability to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish. -Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently. -Strong interpersonal skills. -Strong analytical and critical thinking ability. -Experience working with diverse populations. Certification/Registration/Licensing Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by the employment start date.