Regional Admissions Counselor - Range B

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Working Title:

Regional Admissions Counselor - Range B

Institution:

Southwest Minnesota State UniversityMSUAASF Range B

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Marshall

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$48,027.00 - $78,850.00

Job Description

The primary purpose is to recruit prospective students through management of an assigned market recruitment area. Recruitment responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: high school visits, career fairs, community presentations, special events, and assisting in other outreach activities as assigned. The Regional Admissions Counselor will reside in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, with occasional travel to the campus for trainings and events as needed. Extensive day-time travel within the assigned territory is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus one year of professional experience in a related field or two years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of post-secondary training, education and/or professional experience.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills
• Public presentation skills
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior full-time or undergraduate work study experience in a university admissions office.
• Prior experience working remotely
• Familiar with Twin Cities Metro area, specifically the high schools and Community Based Organizations in that area.
• Experience of working with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool, Slate, or other sales-related software.
• Knowledge of higher education and experience working with prospective college students.  

 

Priority will be given to those who apply by 8/17/2026.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

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