Admissions Counselor - ENROLL | Undergraduate Admissions
Academic Staff
Regular
Adm & Rctmt Coord II
Attention:
The Admissions Office at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks an Admissions Counselor (Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator II, AE084).
Position Summary:
This Admissions Counselor position assists prospective students in navigating the college selection process. This is a 12-month, full-time position that reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions, and will be responsible for recruiting, admitting and enrolling a talented and diverse student body from counties in central and northern Wisconsin. This position will establish and maintain relationships with prospective students, parents, and high school counselors and will handle application review and admission decisions for students from the assigned territory. The individual will present information to prospective students during scheduled daily visit presentations, will assist during campus open house events, and will perform other duties as assigned by the director/assistant director. In addition to general admission duties, this position is also responsible for the review and processing of applicants for fully online undergraduate degrees. Significant domestic travel is required, especially during the fall and spring recruitment seasons.
Duties:
The following examples of duties and responsibilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position, but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.
General Duties:
Market, recruit and provide customer support to prospective students and applicants through face-to-face interactions, small and large group presentations, educational fairs, high school visits, telephone, video, and email inquiries, and other outreach events. This includes extensive travel primarily in Wisconsin.
Establish working relationships with high school counselors in the assigned territory.
Coordinate prospective student programming to further develop the commitment to UWW.
Assist in generating effective communication strategies using the CRM and other venues of outreach.
Use data and current trends to strategically market to and recruit high school students within designated region.
Review applications and make admission decisions for territory applicants and other applicants as needed.
Specific Duties:
Travel to and recruit students at college fairs and high schools in assigned territory.
Assist and monitor student application processing and data entry.
Review applications and make admission decisions in a fair manner, consistent with university and office policy.
Field telephone and email inquiries from potential students and families and deliver informational presentations to students who come to campus for a tour.
Meet with prospective students and their parents during campus visits.
Be familiar with university policies and procedures, especially Housing, Financial Aid, First Year Experience, and Center for Students with Disabilities, to communicate effectively with prospective students and families.
Participate in professional organizations, conferences and workshops when appropriate.
Additional duties as prescribed by the Assistant/Director of Admissions.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT :
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
- Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
- Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
- Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
- May supervise staff and/or lead a program area
- Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures
- Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events
- Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
- Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution
- Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
- Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
Department:
ENROLL | Undergraduate Admissions
Compensation:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within the range of $47,000 - $53,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .
Required Qualifications:
Earned Bachelor’s degree
Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license)
Minimum of one-year experience in admissions, recruitment, higher education, K-12 system or marketing related field
Strong written communication and public speaking skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Fluency in Spanish and/or a second language
Strong organizational and event planning skills
Professional experience working with students and/or individuals from diverse backgrounds
Experience with use of CRM (customer relationship management) systems, particularly Slate
Familiarity with student information systems, particularly PeopleSoft
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff and faculty
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
How to Apply:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
Contact Information:
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or [email protected].
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Melissa Walton
262-472-1385
[email protected]
To Ensure Consideration:
Applications received by June 17th , 2026, are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
