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SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY Admissions Counselor Huntsville in HUNTSVILLE, Texas
Department: Admissions Recruitment
Full Time
Open until filled: Yes
Requisition: 202600041S
Educational and Experience Requirement: Bachelors degree in a related field. No experience required. Knowledge of Sam Houston State new student recruitment activities, admissions policies, and university procedures would be helpful. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Nature and Purpose of Position: Responsible for managing an assigned recruitment territory and guiding prospective students from inquiry through enrollment. Engages in outreach, relationship building, and data-informed recruitment strategies to attract and enroll students who align with the Universitys mission and goals. Supports institutional enrollment success through strategic communication, territory management, and collaborative engagement with internal and external partners.
Primary Responsibilities: Plans and executes transfer-focused recruitment travel, presentations, and outreach within assigned community college partnerships, regions, and feeder institutions. Serves as the primary point of contact for community college advisors, faculty, and administrators, building and sustaining relationships that support transfer enrollment growth. Engages prospective transfer students through community college visits, transfer fairs, classroom presentations, virtual engagement, and one-on-one appointments. Provides individualized guidance on degree options, credit transferability, admissions requirements, and enrollment steps. Manages proactive and timely communication with prospective transfer students using the CRM, phone calls, text messaging, and email outreach. Coordinates and supports transfer-specific recruitment and yield events, including transfer days, advising workshops with the SAM Center, campus visit programs, and partnership programming with community colleges. Maintains accurate records of student interactions, advisor engagement, and event outcomes within the CRM. Analyzes transfer funnel data to track application, admission, and enrollment progress, adjusting strategies to improve outcomes. Tracks KPIs and assists with reporting ROI and effectiveness of transfer recruitment initiatives. Builds collaborative relationships with internal campus partners including academic colleges, advising units, athletics, alumni relations, and enrollment services to support transfer student success and consistent messaging. Serves as lead for one or more specialized focus areas, which may include: community college advisor engagement; local student initiatives and community partnerships; out-of-state or international recruitment; Athletics or Alumni Relations collaboration; digital and social media communications; academic program outreach and pipeline development; Specialized campus visit programs; etc.. Maintains professional knowledge of SHSU programs, scholarships, and admissions processes. Assists with admissions file review and application guidance when necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications: Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with wide range of students, families, and partners. Ability to travel independently and work evenings and weekends as needed. Must possess organizational skills, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and the ability to manage time and responsibilities effectively to meet territory goals. Regular contact with prospective students, families, high school personnel, community college partners, campus departments, alumni, and community organizations. Requires extensive travel during peak recruitment seasons. Must possess a valid Texas drivers license and an acceptable driving record. Must demonstrate initiative, professionalism, cultural awareness, and the ability to represent the University with enthusiasm and integrity.
Sam Houston State Universit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address:
Human Resources Department
1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202
P.O. Box 2356
Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
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Email: Employment@SHSU.edu
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