University of Alaska
Are you passionate about helping students access higher education? The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is seeking an enthusiastic and student-centered Admissions Counselor to join our team. In this role, you’ll serve as a key ambassador for UAS, guiding prospective students through every step of the admissions process. Our admissions counselors build relationships with schools and communities across Alaska and beyond, and represent the university at events both on and off campus. Whether you’re hosting a campus tour, traveling to rural schools, or creating engaging communications, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the next generation of UAS students.
The Admissions Counselor plays a vital role in our department by guiding prospective students through the admissions process with professionalism, empathy, and strategic insight. As part of a dynamic and student-centered team, this position supports institutional enrollment goals by building relationships, evaluating applications, and promoting the university's mission and programs to diverse audiences.
Core Skills & Attributes
Strong Communication : You’ll be the face of the institution for prospective students. Clear, persuasive, and empathetic communication—both written and verbal—is key. You'll be using public speaking skills and adjusting to your audience in both small and large group settings.
Relationship Building : Cultivating trust with students, families, and school counselors helps build lasting connections and boosts enrollment.
Organizational Savvy : Managing application pipelines, deadlines, travel schedules, and data requires top‑notch time management and attention to detail.
Data‑Informed Decision Making : Understanding enrollment trends, demographics, and yield rates helps tailor outreach strategies.
Cultural Competence : Being sensitive to diverse backgrounds and experiences ensures inclusive and respectful engagement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Valid Alaska driver’s license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years working at a higher education institute in either admission, recruitment, or enrollment area.
Position Details This position is located on the University of Alaska Southeast campus in Juneau, and flexible on‑site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full‑time, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78, based on education and experience.
Application Process Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
Contact For questions regarding this position, contact Mae Delcastillo, Enrollment Management & Student Affairs, Director of Operations, at uas.emsa@alaska.edu or (907) 796‑6335.
Equal Opportunity & Disability Accommodation Statements Located in the ancestral homeland of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples, the University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is fully committed to advancing the education and research aspirations of Indigenous peoples and is committed to ongoing work toward decolonization. These efforts are reflected in our UAS programs and formal community partnerships across our three campuses and throughout all of Southeast Alaska.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.
The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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The Admissions Counselor plays a vital role in our department by guiding prospective students through the admissions process with professionalism, empathy, and strategic insight. As part of a dynamic and student-centered team, this position supports institutional enrollment goals by building relationships, evaluating applications, and promoting the university's mission and programs to diverse audiences.
Core Skills & Attributes
Strong Communication : You’ll be the face of the institution for prospective students. Clear, persuasive, and empathetic communication—both written and verbal—is key. You'll be using public speaking skills and adjusting to your audience in both small and large group settings.
Relationship Building : Cultivating trust with students, families, and school counselors helps build lasting connections and boosts enrollment.
Organizational Savvy : Managing application pipelines, deadlines, travel schedules, and data requires top‑notch time management and attention to detail.
Data‑Informed Decision Making : Understanding enrollment trends, demographics, and yield rates helps tailor outreach strategies.
Cultural Competence : Being sensitive to diverse backgrounds and experiences ensures inclusive and respectful engagement.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Valid Alaska driver’s license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years working at a higher education institute in either admission, recruitment, or enrollment area.
Position Details This position is located on the University of Alaska Southeast campus in Juneau, and flexible on‑site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full‑time, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78, based on education and experience.
Application Process Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
Contact For questions regarding this position, contact Mae Delcastillo, Enrollment Management & Student Affairs, Director of Operations, at uas.emsa@alaska.edu or (907) 796‑6335.
Equal Opportunity & Disability Accommodation Statements Located in the ancestral homeland of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples, the University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is fully committed to advancing the education and research aspirations of Indigenous peoples and is committed to ongoing work toward decolonization. These efforts are reflected in our UAS programs and formal community partnerships across our three campuses and throughout all of Southeast Alaska.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.
The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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