Admissions Counselor

Role overview

Purdue University Fort Wayne is hiring a full-time, on-site Admissions Counselor to join the Admissions team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In this role, you will help prospective students move from first interest through enrollment by providing guidance, outreach, and personalized support.

The annual salary for this position is $43,276.08.

Primary responsibilities

• Reach out to prospective students and help build interest and commitment through school visits, college fairs, campus activities, and community outreach.
• Explain academic offerings, admission criteria, financial aid options, scholarship opportunities, and student life to students and their families.
• Use calls, texts, and interactive communication methods to connect with prospective students.
• Record and manage activity and applicant details accurately in the CRM platform.
• Develop and sustain working relationships with high school counselors, students, families, and other key secondary-market contacts.
• Represent and promote the university’s academic programs.
• Provide individualized guidance throughout the admissions journey.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Required qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 2 years of experience in admissions, recruitment, sales, or a related higher-education role.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Comfort using CRM tools and other technology for communication and data handling.
• Ability to work on your own, organize priorities, and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Strong commitment to high-quality service for students and families.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory, including some evening and weekend work.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and meet the university’s motor vehicle records check requirements.

Preferred background

Experience in higher education is preferred.

Benefits and perks

• Complimentary tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Tuition remission for a traditional Purdue degree for the employee, spouse, and children.
• Insurance coverage begins on the first day of employment.
• Generous paid time off, with extra PTO in December.

Additional information

• Resumes and cover letters must not include portraits or personal information.
• The university will not provide employment visa sponsorship for this role.
• Employment is subject to a background check and misconduct screening.
• A motor vehicle records check is also required.
• Purdue Fort Wayne is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
• This position is exempt under FLSA rules.