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Location: Clemson, SC
Application Deadline: 1/21/26 at 11:55pm
Job Summary Supports the mission of the University by recruiting the best students, providing thorough application evaluation, making the most informed and aligned admissions decisions, and communicating with prospective students and stakeholders effectively. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
40% - Essential: Evaluation, Decision Making, and Communication – Evaluates academic credentials and reviews application information of potential students to ensure consistent alignment with current Admissions Office, Admissions Committee, and University procedures. Makes admissions decisions and initiates communication with prospective students and their parents utilizing University technology and processes to appropriately document these interactions.
30% - Essential: Promotion, Representation, and Guidance – Promotes and represents the University to prospective students, their families, and school officials at college fairs, recruitment events, and information sessions. Assists in the development and operation of admissions-sponsored events, with an emphasis on promoting diversity and university enrichment. Meets with prospective students and high school counselors regarding admissions activity and recruitment processes. Provides accurate information on admission and curriculum to foster positive prospective student experiences with the University.
30% - Essential: Travel and Recruitment Territory/Population Management – Maintains a full travel or online contact schedule for assigned recruitment territory or population. Must follow the State of South Carolina's guide for travel expenses.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor's Degree and experience in student services programs
Licenses: Driver’s License Class D normal
Work Experience: 1+ years
Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm job knowledge – Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory duties.
Budgetary Responsibilities No budget responsibilities.
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5.
Compensation Information Expected salary range: $39,764.00 - $45,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Senior Level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
EEO Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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Admissions Counselor
role at
Inside Higher Ed
Location: Clemson, SC
Application Deadline: 1/21/26 at 11:55pm
Job Summary Supports the mission of the University by recruiting the best students, providing thorough application evaluation, making the most informed and aligned admissions decisions, and communicating with prospective students and stakeholders effectively. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
40% - Essential: Evaluation, Decision Making, and Communication – Evaluates academic credentials and reviews application information of potential students to ensure consistent alignment with current Admissions Office, Admissions Committee, and University procedures. Makes admissions decisions and initiates communication with prospective students and their parents utilizing University technology and processes to appropriately document these interactions.
30% - Essential: Promotion, Representation, and Guidance – Promotes and represents the University to prospective students, their families, and school officials at college fairs, recruitment events, and information sessions. Assists in the development and operation of admissions-sponsored events, with an emphasis on promoting diversity and university enrichment. Meets with prospective students and high school counselors regarding admissions activity and recruitment processes. Provides accurate information on admission and curriculum to foster positive prospective student experiences with the University.
30% - Essential: Travel and Recruitment Territory/Population Management – Maintains a full travel or online contact schedule for assigned recruitment territory or population. Must follow the State of South Carolina's guide for travel expenses.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor's Degree and experience in student services programs
Licenses: Driver’s License Class D normal
Work Experience: 1+ years
Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm job knowledge – Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory duties.
Budgetary Responsibilities No budget responsibilities.
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5.
Compensation Information Expected salary range: $39,764.00 - $45,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Senior Level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
EEO Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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