Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor

Salary

$39,998.00 Annually

Location

York County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

2026084S

Agency

Winthrop University

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/21864.

Class Code:

CB65

Position Number:

2026084S

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN06

Hiring Range - Min.

$39,998.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$39,998.00

Opening Date

06/12/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recruitment, the Admissions Counselor uses high-level customer service, relationship-building, presentation and analytical skills to recruit students in an assigned geographic territory; compiles reports/data that help management determine market priorities; and provides up-to-date information about the Winthrop experience to students, parents and high school counselors and advises them on admissions policies and procedures.

• Implements approved recruitment strategies and activities in managing assigned territory.
• Promotes and represents the institution to prospective students, their families and school officials at college fairs, recruitment events and information sessions.
• Assists in the development and execution of admissions-sponsored events.
• Evaluates undergraduate applications and renders admissions decisions in accordance with university and department policies.
• Meets with prospective students and provides accurate information on admissions, financial aid and curriculum to foster positive relationships between the student and university.
• Conducts interviews and counseling sessions for prospective students and their families and follows up by mail and telephone with prospective and admitted students.
• Initiates communication with prospective students regarding admissions and recruitment processes, activities and decisions.
• Represents Winthrop at high school and junior college day/night programs in South Carolina and surrounding states.
• Plans visits with high school guidance counselors and makes follow-up visits to schools as needed.
• Maintains a full travel schedule and follows State of South Carolina and Winthrop rules and policies on travel expenses.
• Provides financial counseling to students and families to help them understand their financial aid package and additional financial resources.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of higher education student admissions and recruiting best practices.
• Knowledge of counseling/guidance techniques and the ability to advise students on a wide range of topics.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to coordinate and manage recruitment programs and quickly learn new policies, procedures and information on the university and its academic programs.
• Ability to achieve recruitment goals for assigned territory.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and travel, including overnight, as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant experience in admissions or related student personnel area, customer service, marketing, sales, or public relations.
• Program coordination and public speaking experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Experience with SLATE customer relationship management system.

Additional Comments

Travel/Overtime Requirements: Up to 30% travel, including occasional nights and weekends.

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/21864.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Winthrop University Address 303 Tillman Hall

Rock Hill, South Carolina, 29733

Phone 803-323-2273

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.