Admissions Counselor

Job Title
Admissions Counselor


Requisition Number
RE51721


Working Title
Assistant Director of Admissions for Recruitment


Department Name
1B510:Undergraduate Admissions


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
44


Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


2 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs. Sitting/standing for extended periods of time. Effective communication.



Shift

Typically Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Additional evenings and weekends as needed.



Job Summary

This person develops, coordinates, implements, and participates in
recruitment efforts and admissions-related initiatives that serve to
advance the undergraduate enrollment goals. Recruits for the
University of Kentucky academically talented students. Represents
the University at college fair programs and professional conferences
which will include extended hours of travel and weekend
obligations. Responsible for managing a recruitment service area.
Correspond with and counsel prospective students and their
families on the college admission process. Plans, organizes, and
directs special events (on and off campus), conducts other office
responsibilities as needed. Interacts with other university
departments.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to
graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning
and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will
be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices,
and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus
and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to
support a community of learners in achieving success.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
09/28/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.