Regional Admissions Counselor

Stony Brook University

. Represent Stony Brook University throughout the Texas territory from a home office in the greater Houston or Dallas/Fort Worth area .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $54,090 - $55,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in recruitment strategies and admissions processes within higher education, with a strong focus on relationship building and data-driven decision making. Proficient in utilizing technology platforms for recruitment and outreach initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s DegreeAdmissions Counseling ExperienceHigher Education Technology PlatformsProgram Planning and ImplementationDiverse Population Engagement

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Hard Skills

Recruitment StrategiesApplication ReviewData InterpretationEnrollment ManagementHolistic Admissions Evaluation

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationCommunicationIndependent WorkProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SLATEOffice SoftwareCommunication Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationEnrollment GoalsCollege FairsOutreach ProgramsDiverse Populations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Stony Brook University throughout the Texas territory from a home office in the greater Houston or Dallas/Fort Worth area
Develop and expand recruitment initiatives to increase enrollment from identified territories
Support university-wide recruitment and yield goals
Collaborate with internal and external university partner offices
Travel to college fairs, high school visits, community college visits, and other outreach programs
Build relationships with school counselors, CBO advisors, and other education representatives
Build territory outreach plans using in-person, virtual, email, phone, and paper follow-up
Support targeted recruitment programs involving alumni engagement, student development, volunteer programs, electronic communications, recruitment technologies, parent engagement, fly-in programs, counselor tours, and advisory boards
Provide information and resolve admissions and enrollment questions for students, families, counselors, IECs, and university partners
Deliver university and program information sessions throughout the admissions cycle
Coordinate targeted population recruitment programs, projects, and events
Engage with state and regional admission associations and recruitment networks
Interpret territory performance data and reports and recommend follow-up actions
Evaluate admissions applications holistically and make recommendations for domestic, transfer, international, honors, and other special populations
Conduct follow-up to increase application completion and yield rates
Perform other duties or projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree (foreign equivalent or higher)
One (1) year of full-time professional experience in a college or university setting
Proficiency with technology, office software and communication systems
Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid Driver’s License
Motor vehicle record free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations
Experience in admissions counseling and recruitment preferred
Experience reviewing applications for admission and making recommendations preferred
Experience working with diverse populations and working independently preferred
Experience with higher education technology platforms, such as SLATE, preferred
Experience with program planning, implementation, assessment and innovation preferred
Must be able to work from a home office in the greater Houston or Dallas/Fort Worth area
Must be able to travel to campus periodically throughout the year
Early morning, evening, and weekend hours required throughout the year
Unable to sponsor candidates for work visas
Resume/CV and cover letter required with online application

Benefits

Comp & perks

$4,150 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly
Full-time appointment
Eligible for overtime provisions of the FLSA
Home office arrangement
Total rewards offered by Stony Brook University