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Regional Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate Admissions
Regional Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate AdmissionsInsideHigherEd • Albany, New York, United States
Regional Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate Admissions

Regional Admissions Counselor - Undergraduate Admissions

InsideHigherEd • Albany, New York, United States
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Category : : Professional

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Department : : Admissions - 02002

Locations : : Albany, NY

Posted : : Sep 23, 2025

Closes : : Open Until Filled

Type : : Full-time

Ref. No. : : WF250053

Position ID : : 193111

About University at Albany :

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

Job Description :

The University at Albany seeks a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Regional Admissions Counselor. The Regional Admissions Counselor participates in the planning and execution of the recruitment activities associated with attracting and enrolling students who represent the priority enrollment goals outlined for the Undergraduate Admissions office. Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the New York City (NYC) metro region.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Travel and Outreach

Travel within the NYC metro region to represent the University at college fairs, high school visits, community-based events, and other recruitment activities. Occasional travel to the University at Albany campus may be required.

  • Participate in regional consortiums and SUNY system-wide events.
  • Provide information and guidance on the University's programs, admissions process, financial aid, and campus life to prospective students and families.
  • Build and sustain relationships with high school counselors, students, and families.
  • Conduct virtual and in-person presentations and one-on-one counseling sessions.
  • Lead Generation
  • Partner with the on-campus Admissions team to implement regional recruitment strategies.

  • Track engagement data and maintain timely records of activities and outreach.
  • Application Review
  • Review admissions applications from assigned region

    Functional and Supervisory Relationships :

  • The Regional Admissions Counselor will report to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions but not have any direct reports.
  • Job Requirements :

  • Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and remotely while staying connected with central admissions operations.
  • Must live within daily commuting distance of the NYC metro region.
  • Comfort with Microsoft Office, CRM tools (e.g., Slate), and video conferencing platforms.
  • Ability to travel to various work sites as needed. Reliable transportation is required.
  • Requirements :

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree required from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
  • 1-3 years of experience in admissions, sales, customer service, advising, counseling, or related field.
  • Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
  • Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in college admissions, high school counseling, or a related student services role
  • Knowledge of the educational landscape, schools, and student populations in the assigned region
  • Familiarity with SUNY admissions processes and policies
  • Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus
  • Previous experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software, such as Slate.
  • Working Environment :

  • The employee will be required to stand for long periods of time and lift / carry admissions materials to college fairs and high school visits. Some weekends and evenings are expected.
  • Training and onboarding will be provided by the University at Albany Undergraduate Admissions team.

    Additional Information :

    Professional Rank and Salary Range : SL-3, Admissions Advisor, $65,000 plus location pay

  • The location pay for NYC, Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland and Westchester is $4,000. Dutchess, Putnam and Orange, is $2000.
  • Special Notes : Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

    The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts : disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http : / / police.albany.edu / ASR.shtml

    Pursuant to NYS Labor Law 194-A, no State entity, as defined by the Law, is permitted to rely on, orally or in writing seek, request, or require in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current wage, or salary history as a condition to be interviewed, or as a condition of continuing to be considered for an offer of employment, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation, and for the purpose of verifying information, may such requests be made. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov .

    THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO / AA / IRCA / ADA EMPLOYER

    Please apply online via http : / / albany.interviewexchange.com / candapply.jsp?JOBID=193111

    Application Instructions :

    Applicants MUST submit the following documents :

  • Resume / CV
  • Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications
  • Contact information for three professional references
  • Note : After submitting your resume / CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).

    See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

    Returning Applicants - Login to your UAlbany Careers Account to check your completed application.

    A review of applications will start on October 6, 2025 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

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