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Location: Albany, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Fri Aug 1 2025 Job Description:

The University At Albany Is Seeking Four Dynamic And Experienced Regional Admissions Recruiters To Join Its Undergraduate Admissions Team. These Part-time Remote Positions Will Represent The University In The Following Key Recruitment Regions:

• Baltimore, MD / Washington D.C. Metro Area
• South New Jersey / Philadelphia, PA Area
• Detroit, MI Metro Area
• Atlanta, GA Metro Area

Each recruiter will serve as Albany's primary admissions representative in their designated region, working 20 hours per week year-round. Candidates must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the assigned region. These positions are part of the University's strategic enrollment initiative to expand its national footprint and attract a diverse student body.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Travel and Outreach
• Travel within the assigned region to represent the University at college fairs, high school visits, community-based events, and other recruitment activities. Occasional travel to the University at Albany campus may be required.
• Participate in regional consortiums and SUNY system-wide events.
• Provide information and guidance on the University's programs, admissions process, financial aid, and campus life to prospective students and families.
• Build and sustain relationships with high school counselors, students, and families.
• Conduct virtual and in-person presentations and one-on-one counseling sessions.
• Lead Generation
• Partner with the on-campus Admissions team to implement regional recruitment strategies.
• Track engagement data and maintain timely records of activities and outreach.
• Application Review
• Review admissions applications from assigned region.

Functional And Supervisory Relationships:

• Each Regional Recruiter will report to the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions but not have any direct reports.

Job Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely while staying connected with central admissions operations.
• Must live within daily commuting distance of one of the four specified metro regions.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office, CRM tools (e.g., Slate), and video conferencing platforms.
• Ability to travel to various work sites a needed. Reliable transportation is required.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• 1-3 years of experience in admissions, sales, customer service, advising, counseling or related field.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in college admissions, high school counseling, or a related student services role.
• Knowledge of the educational landscape, schools, and student populations in the assigned region.
• Familiarity with SUNY admissions processes and policies.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Working Environment:

The employee will be required to stand for long periods of time and lift/carry admissions materials to college fairs and high school visits.

These positions are part-time (20 hours/week) with a one-year appointment.

Training and onboarding will be provided by the University at Albany Undergraduate Admissions team.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants must also indicate in their cover letter which regional location they are applying for:

• Baltimore, MD/Washington D.C.
• Southern New Jersey/Philadelphia, PA
• Detroit, MI
• Atlanta, GA

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Admissions Advisor, $57,151 (SL-3, prorated 50%)

Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link

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