University of Kentucky
Posting Details
Posting Details
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies: 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.
Posting Details
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies: 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.