Mid Level Admissions Counselor Jobs
Mid level admissions counselor jobs go to professionals ready to own recruitment territories, mentor incoming counselors, and guide enrollment strategy with minimal day-to-day oversight. Openings run across Education, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid schedules, and employers like High Point University, North Park University, and Alcorn State University hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsThis position requires a high level of autonomy, relationship-building, and data-informed decision-making to effectively manage a remote recruitment territory. The counselor will serve as the primary ambassador for the institution within their region, cultivating strong partnerships with students, families, and school counselors.
Candidates must reside within Minneapolis, MN, St. Louis, MO, or Kansas City, as well as maintain convenient access to a major airport to support required travel.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
Location Requirement
- The candidate must reside within the designated territory:
- Minneapolis, MN
- St. Louis, MO
- Kansas City
Experience and Training
- 3–5 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, or a related field
- Experience in sales, counseling, or customer engagement strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing competing priorities
- Strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making skills
- High level of organization and attention to detail
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Experience in counseling, sales or customer service with an entrepreneurial spirit is preferred
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively
- Night and weekend work is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Territory Management & Strategy:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven recruitment strategy for the assigned region
- Establish and monitor goals related to inquiries, applications, campus visits, admits, and enrollments
- Analyze territory performance and adjust strategies to meet enrollment objectives
- Student Recruitment & Engagement
- Build meaningful relationships with prospective students and families through in-person and virtual interactions
- Clearly articulate the value of the university experience across all stages of the admissions funnel
- Provide personalized guidance to prospective students throughout the admissions process
- Ensure timely follow-up and consistent communication with all stakeholders
- Partnerships
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with high school and independent counselors
- Identify and prioritize key schools and organizations to maximize recruitment impact
- Coordinate counselor engagement opportunities, including campus visits and events
- Application Management
- Evaluate applications and render admissions decisions in partnership with university leadership
- Ensure alignment with institutional standards and enrollment goals
- Travel & Events
- Travel extensively within the assigned region to attend college fairs, high school visits, recruitment events, and more. Approximately 6–10 weeks in fall and 3–4 weeks in spring, and travel as needed in the summer for territory events and programs
- Represent the university at on-campus events
- Participate in travel to campus for training and collaboration, approximately 5-7 times per year
- Operations & CRM Management
- Utilize CRM systems to manage communications, track engagement, and maintain accurate records
- Team Collaboration
- Contribute to broader admissions initiatives, including active participation in committee work and cross-functional support
- Foster a collaborative and professional team environment
ACCOUNTABILITY:
This role directly contributes to the university’s enrollment goals by driving recruitment efforts, enhancing brand presence in the assigned region, and ensuring a high-quality prospective student experience.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Cecelia Granzin, Associate Director of Regional Admissions at cgranzin@highpoint.edu .
This position requires a high level of autonomy, relationship-building, and data-informed decision-making to effectively manage a remote recruitment territory. The counselor will serve as the primary ambassador for the institution within their region, cultivating strong partnerships with students, families, and school counselors.
Candidates must reside within Minneapolis, MN, St. Louis, MO, or Kansas City, as well as maintain convenient access to a major airport to support required travel.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
Location Requirement
- The candidate must reside within the designated territory:
- Minneapolis, MN
- St. Louis, MO
- Kansas City
Experience and Training
- 3–5 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, or a related field
- Experience in sales, counseling, or customer engagement strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing competing priorities
- Strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making skills
- High level of organization and attention to detail
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Experience in counseling, sales or customer service with an entrepreneurial spirit is preferred
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively
- Night and weekend work is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Territory Management & Strategy:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, data-driven recruitment strategy for the assigned region
- Establish and monitor goals related to inquiries, applications, campus visits, admits, and enrollments
- Analyze territory performance and adjust strategies to meet enrollment objectives
- Student Recruitment & Engagement
- Build meaningful relationships with prospective students and families through in-person and virtual interactions
- Clearly articulate the value of the university experience across all stages of the admissions funnel
- Provide personalized guidance to prospective students throughout the admissions process
- Ensure timely follow-up and consistent communication with all stakeholders
- Partnerships
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with high school and independent counselors
- Identify and prioritize key schools and organizations to maximize recruitment impact
- Coordinate counselor engagement opportunities, including campus visits and events
- Application Management
- Evaluate applications and render admissions decisions in partnership with university leadership
- Ensure alignment with institutional standards and enrollment goals
- Travel & Events
- Travel extensively within the assigned region to attend college fairs, high school visits, recruitment events, and more. Approximately 6–10 weeks in fall and 3–4 weeks in spring, and travel as needed in the summer for territory events and programs
- Represent the university at on-campus events
- Participate in travel to campus for training and collaboration, approximately 5-7 times per year
- Operations & CRM Management
- Utilize CRM systems to manage communications, track engagement, and maintain accurate records
- Team Collaboration
- Contribute to broader admissions initiatives, including active participation in committee work and cross-functional support
- Foster a collaborative and professional team environment
ACCOUNTABILITY:
This role directly contributes to the university’s enrollment goals by driving recruitment efforts, enhancing brand presence in the assigned region, and ensuring a high-quality prospective student experience.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Cecelia Granzin, Associate Director of Regional Admissions at cgranzin@highpoint.edu .
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Mid Level Admissions Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level admissions counselor job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just execution. Highlight campaigns or territory pipelines you ran independently, yield results you directly influenced, and any junior staff you guided. Tailor your application to show comfort with data tools, CRM systems, and cross-functional collaboration. Mid level postings expect you to walk in ready to contribute without a long ramp-up, so lead with concrete outcomes over duties.
Which companies hire mid level admissions counselors?
Companies hiring mid level admissions counselors right now include High Point University, North Park University, and Alcorn State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from four-year universities, community colleges, graduate and professional schools, and private education companies with active enrollment growth goals.
Are there remote mid level admissions counselor jobs?
Yes, though many roles still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements given the relationship-intensive nature of admissions work. About 33% of mid level admissions counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote positions most common at institutions recruiting nationally or running online degree programs.
How do I move up to a mid level admissions counselor role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from taking on progressively larger ownership over time. That means moving beyond assigned tasks to running your own recruitment territory, hitting measurable enrollment targets, becoming fluent in your institution's CRM, and developing the judgment to advise prospective students independently. Counselors who document their yield impact and volunteer for process improvements tend to advance faster.
Which industries hire the most mid level admissions counselors?
Mid Level admissions counselor roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive the most hiring because they operate competitive enrollment cycles, serve large or growing applicant pools, and need experienced counselors who can manage relationships and strategy without close supervision.