Regional Admissions Advisor -- King County

Position Overview

This role is a fully remote, full-time position based in King County, Washington, supporting the enrollment goals of Eastern Washington University. As a Regional Admissions Advisor, you will help prospective students navigate the steps toward applying, selecting courses, and enrolling, while representing the university across a defined recruitment territory. The territory may change over time as university priorities evolve, and may include Island, King, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties.

The position sits within Enrollment Services, a team focused on student success, strong service standards, and proactive outreach. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys helping people, keeps current on program details and assigned duties, maintains a positive approach to work, and can collaborate effectively while also working independently.

Key Duties

The advisor will manage recruitment activity across the assigned region through travel, communication with prospective students, admissions presentations, and review of application files. The work supports undergraduate enrollment efforts and helps students create academic plans that lead to a strong EWU experience and degree completion.

Compensation and Appointment

The annual salary range for this role is $44,712 to $53,658. The starting salary within that band will depend on the selected candidate’s education, experience, and skills. This is a 12-month appointment with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

The role is classified as non-exempt, full-time at 100%, and is tied to King County in Western Washington. It requires the candidate to live within the assigned territory.

Benefits and Work Environment

EWU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes institution-subsidized medical and dental coverage, disability insurance, retirement benefits with a 100% university match, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and tuition waiver options. Additional perks mentioned include discounted sports tickets, access to campus fitness facilities for a minimum fee, and free transportation through STA buses. The university also emphasizes professional growth, coaching, and a work culture that values efficiency, transparency, and employee wellbeing.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent on a successful background check. Because the role involves access to university funds or items of value, as well as unsupervised access to vulnerable populations, the background screening requirement is mandatory before start date. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States, as the university cannot provide visa sponsorship.

New hires must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of MMR immunity or vaccination before starting work. Medical and sincerely held religious waivers may be available. This is an administrative exempt position governed by EWU Policy 406-01.

After hire, employees will complete required training through Canvas, and Workplace Belonging training will be coordinated by the Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership. Interviews may be held through Zoom, so candidates should be comfortable using video meeting tools and other related technology.

Physical and Work Requirements

The job requires extensive sitting and walking, the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, and participation in evening and weekend events as well as multi-day recruitment travel. A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required for travel-related responsibilities. Protective requirements may include following public and personal protection mandates and using an N95 respirator when needed for smoke conditions.

Application Timeline

Applications will be accepted through June 26, 2026, and review of candidates will begin the following day. References will not be contacted until candidates have been informed.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University is a public, regional, comprehensive university serving more than 10,000 students. The institution is known for applied learning, career-focused programs, and accessible education across Spokane, Cheney, and other locations in Washington. EWU also highlights its recognition as a 2024-25 College of Distinction and as one of Money magazine’s Best Colleges in America for 2024.

Equity and Land Acknowledgement

EWU states that it is committed to inclusive and equitable access, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, marital status, family status, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C status, breastfeeding status, or disability, including the use of a guide dog or service animal.

The university also recognizes the Indigenous peoples connected to the region, including the Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Kalispel Tribe, and Nez Perce Tribe, and acknowledges the importance of tribal sovereignty and historical truth in its community values.

Additional Information

Project description and project duration are listed as not applicable. The posting number is 2026030EP, the EWU position number is E99380, and the classification code is 1329. The role is tied to RCW Exemption Criteria 13 - Counseling of Students, with salary/wage range code PS - 104. The position is part of the PSE bargaining unit.

Background check status is listed as yes for both categories. The responsible HR contact is Zach Jankovsky, and the listed email address is zjankovsky@ewu.edu.

Work schedule is generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with evening and weekend hours as needed.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

The minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree. Required abilities include handling multiple priorities, maintaining attention to detail, producing strong results, communicating clearly in speech and writing, understanding and applying admissions and records rules and procedures, working both independently and within a team, serving diverse constituencies, and using Microsoft Office, a laptop, projector, and mobile phone effectively. The position also requires flexibility, responsiveness, and support for universal access needs.

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, prior experience in admissions, recruitment, or student advising, familiarity with EWU, experience managing programs from planning through completion, two years of progressively responsible office experience, and bilingual ability.

About the Team

Enrollment Services supports students, families, faculty, staff, and community partners through service-oriented work. Team members receive coaching and development through a Gallup-based approach and are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve service and collaboration. The unit operates with clear goals and a proactive mindset, while also responding effectively to changing circumstances.