Senior Admissions Counselor, Community Outreach and College Access Coordinator

Senior Admissions Counselor, Community Outreach and College Access Coordinator

Priority Application Deadline: Friday, May 16th, 2025

Summary of Position
The Undergraduate Office of Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented Senior Admissions Counselor, who will have special responsibility working
with prospective historically underrepresented students in higher education, including but not limited to, First-Generation College Students, multicultural and indigenous students.
This person will facilitate the enrollment of qualified students from a variety of backgrounds and represent the University of Minnesota to the public, provide exceptional
customer service to prospective students and their families, and play a crucial role in shaping the University's undergraduate class.

This is a 100%, full-time, 12-month, on-campus, annually renewable appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series. Most work is conducted
during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. However, evening and weekend work is occasionally required, as necessary, to properly execute the duties of this role.
Occasional remote work may be accommodated at the discretion of the Office of Admissions when such remote work is in the interest of the University.

Must be eligible to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Recruitment and Outreach 25%

• Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota.
• Responsible for community outreach and recruitment of historically underrepresented students in higher education, including but not limited to, First-Generation College Students, multicultural and indigenous students
• Plan and execute a recruitment travel plan to Minnesota-based high schools
• Implement extensive recruitment and relationship-building efforts utilizing written, telephone, and in-person communication to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students.
• Serve as contact for prospective students in Minnesota.
• Present at high school programs, recruitment events, and school counselor meetings.
• Represent the University of Minnesota Twin Cities at college fairs and other recruitment events hosted in market

Counseling, Advising and Customer Service 20%

• Provide admissions counseling to prospective students, their parents, and guidance counselors.
• Serve as one-stop contact for freshman admissions; provide advising and assistance throughout the admission process to students, family members, and high school counselors.
• Provide extra mile customer service to prospective students and their families regarding admissions.

Visits and Events 20%

• Participate in the execution of the office's Visits and Events programs
• Meet with students and their families on campus to provide admissions information and support them in taking the next step in the enrollment process.
• Event planning responsibilities
• Deliver on-campus information sessions to recruit students to apply and enroll at the University of Minnesota
• Coordinate specialized group visits for students visiting campus in partnership with our visit office leadership and campus groups.

Partnerships and Relationship Management 20%

• Serve as a key liaison with high school counselors, independent counselors, and other school officials.
• Liaison to key campus departments and student groups such as, but not limited to, MCAE, Multicultural Student Engagement, student cultural centers, Circle of Indigenous Nations, and the First-Gen Student Success Center.
• Undocumented, DACAmented, and mixed status Programs Advocate & Coordinator

Application Review 10%

• Evaluate academic and other credentials for admission decision and counseling purposes.
• Participate in committee review

Other Duties as Assigned 5%

• Liaise on communication projects
• Maintain key community resources for underrepresented students

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least 2 years of relevant experience, or master's degree.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering the University's mission of an inclusive and welcoming University community
• Experience working underrepresented students in educational or community settings
• Must have a valid driver's license; must be able to travel regionally or nationally for extended periods
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, make decisions according to policies and procedures, and exercise judgment in recommending procedural changes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent Spanish or Hmong speaking candidates
• Public speaking skills/experience
• Community based organization experience that work with or serve historically underrepresented communities in higher education
• Higher Education Admissions experience.
• Prior experience in college admissions and recruitment or a closely related unit such as campus tours, orientation, college access community based organizations or other direct work with student outreach and enrollment.
• Event planning or project management experience.
• University of Minnesota experience defined broadly such as former student, graduate, employee, or community member of any campus.
• Demonstrated experience with Technolutions Slate.

The mission of the Office of Admissions is to take leadership in recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students who will benefit from and contribute to the University of Minnesota scholarly community. The Office of Admissions coordinates undergraduate student enrollment efforts and collaborates campus-wide with colleges, departments, and the units within the Office of Enrollment Management to meet the University's enrollment goals. The Office of Admissions serves prospective undergraduate students, and incoming undergraduate students.

Pay Range: $50,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Application materials must be submitted online and will be reviewed beginning Friday May 16th, 2025 as a priority application date. Depending on the status of the search, applications may
be reviewed after that date. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will need to complete the online application and submit the
following required materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 professional references will be requested by finalists only at a later time

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).