Admissions Counselor
Academic Staff
Regular
Adm & Rctmt Coord II
This position manages all student segments and all aspects of the college search and admissions process within the assigned geographic territory in alignment with the Strategic Enrollment Plan using data to inform work. The individual promotes UW-Stevens Point main, branch, and online campuses through representation at college fairs, UW System events, visits to middle/high schools, two-year colleges, community organizations, and virtual events, with extensive follow-up via meetings, phone, email, text, etc. to generate, complete, and yield applicants. This position works directly with students and families as well as guidance counselors, advisors, teachers, and community-based organizations. The individual in this position must effectively present the professional pathways created by a university education, serve as a UWSP brand ambassador, and be a source of detailed and accurate information on the admission process, costs and financing, UWSP’s academic programs and career outcomes, and its co-curricular learning and extra-curricular opportunities.
Independent travel is a core function of the job
It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Read more about the Vehicle Use and Driver Authorization Policy.
Applicants are required to: Have a valid driver's license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements of the Travel and Expense Policy.
**Full position description is available upon request. **
- Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
- Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
- 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
- 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
- Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
- Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
The UW-Stevens Point Admissions and Recruitment team guides prospective students and their families through the application process. We answer their questions, help them navigate the next steps like financial aid, and plan visits for students to experience campus in person and see just how good a fit it truly is.
The Admissions Counselor is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month) position.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $45,966 - $46,350 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.
Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the FASLI Benefit Quick Guide . Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience working in admissions, customer service, sales, or related fields.
Excellent public speaking, interpersonal, written communication, and collaborative skills.
Demonstrated time-management skills, ability to multitask, adapt, and meet deadlines.
Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
Willingness to work in a fast past environment with the ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required .
Bachelor’s degree in communications, business, social sciences, humanities, or related fields.
Recruitment experience.
Comfortable with technology and customer relationship management systems (CRM - SLATE).
Bilingual.
Experience of operating technology-based platforms (i.e. Microsoft office suite).
Experience in college or university recruitment.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 6/24/26 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
- Resume
After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.
Name: Karrie Lane
Email: [email protected]
Phone:715-346-4024
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 715-346-2606
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com .
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or [email protected].
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
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.
