Regional Admissions Counselor – Houston, DFW Area

Stony Brook University

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

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in recruitment initiatives and admissions counseling within higher education, utilizing technology and communication systems to enhance enrollment strategies and build relationships with diverse populations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s DegreeAdmissions Counseling ExperienceApplication Review ExperienceHigher Education Technology PlatformsProgram Planning and Implementation

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Hard Skills

Recruitment InitiativesApplication ReviewData InterpretationHolistic Admissions EvaluationEnrollment Strategies

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingIndependent WorkCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SLATEOffice SoftwareCommunication Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationAdmissionsEnrollment ManagementDiverse PopulationsTerritory Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Stony Brook University from a home office in the greater Houston or Dallas/Fort Worth areas across the entire Texas territory
Develop and expand recruitment initiatives to increase enrollment from identified territories
Work with senior admissions leaders and internal and external university partner offices on recruitment and yield activities
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 admissions and enrollment information to students, families, school counselors, IECs and university partner offices
Provide information sessions throughout the admissions cycle in various settings and formats
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
Travel to campus periodically throughout the year
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
Resume/CV and cover letter required
Candidates must be able to work without employer-sponsored work visas

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