What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor position at University of Wisconsin System?
ATTENTION:
Internal/External
External
Position Title
Admissions Counselor
TTC Title and Code
Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator II
FTE
100%
Position Information
Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus
Supervisor: Assistant Director of Recruitment
Pay Schedule-range: $44,000 annually, minimum, based on qualifications and experience
Total Rewards
UW Stevens Point provides a competitive benefits package including monthly premiums starting at $42, deductibles starting at $250, auto-enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with employer contributions, and 17 days of paid time off (PTO)*. Additional benefits and more information available on our Total Rewards page. Relocation is not available for this position.
Department
Admissions and Recruitment
Department Description
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.
University Description
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.
JOB DETAILS:
Position Summary
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.
Shift: 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Extended hours may be necessary in the beginning of each semester to interview/schedule/meet with students. Evening, Weekend hours may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Special Notes
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point¿s mission is, ¿Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.¿
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 hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety 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.
PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked.
TO APPLY:
How To Apply
This position and instructions on how to apply are located on our website. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. To return to a draft application, click on the My Activities link at the top of the screen after logging in. Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to the How To Apply document for more information.
Anticipated Appointment Date
June 2025
Terms of Employment
This is an Academic Staff annual appointment, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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.
Deadline and
Required Materials
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 4/18/2025 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
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to 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.
Position Contact
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Genna Mattioli, Chair, Search and Screen Committee
Email: gmattiol@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-3109
Salary : $44,000
