Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14760P

Working Title

ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

Department

VPI-Admissions Office

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Able to Work Some Evenings/Nights and Weekends.

Advertised Salary

$50,000+

Posting Date

03/04/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

06/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title

Admissions Counselor I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Admissions Counselor on the National Recruitment Team is to provide services and answer questions for prospective students, their families, and school counselors; second, to serve as an effective member of the recruitment team to encourage a wide variety of academically qualified, intellectually curious, and actively involved first-year and transfer students to attend the University of Georgia.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of admissions policies and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of recruitment, orientation planning, and counseling.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people. Ability to communicate ideas effectively in writing and orally before large groups.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, assemble and organize data, and prepare reports.

Physical Demands

Lift 35 lbs., drive, stand or or sit for long periods of time.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Application File Reading - Fully participate in file reader training.
• Serve as a full-time reader (or as designated) in the application file reading process as a professional reader. This is to assist with our holistic review process of applications for undergraduate admission in assisting to shape the incoming class and awarding scholarships provided by our office.
• Readers are to take reasonable and appropriate notes and to read the designated volume to aid the office in meeting deadlines to release decisions in a timely manner. This will also include reviewing high school transcripts as part of the admissions review process.

Percentage of time

40

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage travel territory as assigned under the leadership of the Associate Director for Access & Inclusion and Senior Associate Director for Marketing and Recruitment, with the consultation of the Director of Admission.
• Work with travel team leaders utilizing data to determine the schools to target within the assigned territory and the appropriate means for impact while providing quality, timely customer service to those schools, counselors, students, and parents throughout the college search, application, and selection process. This may be through virtual and or in-person college fairs, panels, high school visits, and or visits to our campus.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage and assist in specific program(s) and/or initiatives.
• Work includes developing, planning, and directing projects of special significance to encourage a varied group of academically qualified, intellectually curious, and actively involved first-year and transfer students to attend the University of Georgia.
• Support Access & Inclusion initiatives such as early engagement and college readiness programming for middle school students.
• Oversees the daily workflow related to projects and their development.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as primary counselor and facilitate campus visit experiences on a scheduled basis or as needed, virtually and in person.
• Recruitment staff are needed to provide quality customer service and knowledge of the UGA admissions process, and be able to present that professionally at all times.
• Recruitment staff conduct dynamic presentations and effectively answer questions about admission and application processes; provide admission counseling and information sessions with visiting students and families, in person, in group settings, virtually, and by phone, correspondence, and e-mail. They are also to serve as leaders and as a resource for newer and less experienced staff in this area, along with other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time

15

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Landon Leiker

Recruitment Contact Email

Landon.Leiker@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents