College Admissions Advisor

University of Arizona College of Education

. Provide admissions information to prospective and newly admitted students .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeMesa • Arizona • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in admissions processes, student recruitment, and retention strategies while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Exhibits strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with prospective students and families.

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Admissions Procedures KnowledgeStudent Recruitment ExperienceInterpersonal Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDatabase Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Admissions ProceduresStudent RecruitmentData ReportingInterviewing SkillsPaperwork Processing

Soft Skills

ProfessionalismDiscretionWarm ApproachMulti-tasking AbilityOrganizing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Computerized SystemsDatabases

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma

Industry Keywords

Compliance StandardsEnrollment ProcessesProspective Student Follow-upInstitutional EffectivenessCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide admissions information to prospective and newly admitted students
Create communication materials and represent Arizona College
Communicate with prospective students, parents, and the community through appointments, telephone, email, and other materials
Process paperwork and interview applicants
Arrange and conduct campus tours
Conduct follow-up activities, including letter-writing and phone-calling campaigns
Maintain recruiting operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes
Adhere to compliance and regulatory standards
Maintain professional interactions with internal and external individuals and VIPs
Advise students and families on educational opportunities, admissions requirements, policies, and procedures
Assist leads and inquiries honestly, caringly, and thoroughly
Conduct phone presentations and candidate interviews
Increase enrollments and starts through prospective-student follow-up and enrollment-process assistance
Provide data for reporting, institutional research, and institutional effectiveness
Maintain the integrity and accuracy of student databases for local, state, and federal reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 years’ experience in admissions, retail sales, consumer marketing or recruitment
High degree of professionalism and discretion dealing with confidential information
Organized, professional, and warm approach to potential and current students
Exceptional ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task in an extremely dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals in a diverse community
Organizing and coordinating skills
Knowledge of college admissions procedures and student recruitment and retention issues
Skill in using computerized systems and databases
Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay based on tenure
Opportunities for professional development
Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Generous PTO
401(k) with company match