Enrollment Counselor

Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job Title Enrollment Counselor Department Student Affairs SC Location Sheridan Posting Category Staff Desired Start Date Hourly Rate (if applicable) Hiring Range $41,034 - $51,293 Full Salary Range $41,034 - $61,552 Benefits Summary

• Employer paid retirement plan (17.62% employer paid; 1.50% employee paid)
• Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance, including Flex Benefits
• 20 days paid annual leave
• Four days per year paid personal leave
• 16 paid holidays per year
• Paid medical, emergency and bereavement leave
• Employee and family tuition waivers
• Choice of free meals swipes to use each semester in modern campus dining facility
• Free easy-access parking
• Collaborative work environment
• Onsite fitness center and walking track
• Verizon, Microsoft, Dell and HP employee discounts
• Professional development

Months Worked Annually Full-time 12 months Typical Work Schedule

Typically Monday - Friday

Some Evenings and Weekends

Position Information

Posting Number 20151013P Job Posting Date 06/30/2026 Initial Review Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

The Enrollment Counselor serves as the engaging face of Sheridan College, helping prospective students discover their educational opportunities and pathways. This role delivers exceptional customer service and proactive outreach to guide students from their first inquiry to graduation. The ideal candidate brings high energy, a student-first mindset, and a passion for building lasting connections within the college community.

Reports To Director of Advising & Recruitment Education/Qualifications

• Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid driver's license required; Must be insurable and eligible to drive rental vehicles

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent human relations, customer service and organization skills
• Outstanding written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-starter and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
• Analysis and problem-solving using creativity, good judgment and initiative
• Sensitivity to and respect for the various populations we serve
• Experience in public speaking and presenting to groups
• Experience with MS Office Suite and CRM tools
• Experience working collaboratively with a variety of constituencies ranging from community members, schools and college students to faculty, staff and families

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Extensive travel required.
• Some evening and weekends.
• Some lifting required.

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Sheridan College is located in historic Sheridan, WY at the foot of the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, minutes away from a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Sheridan is ranked "America's Top Western Town" by True West magazine and is a vibrant community. Sheridan College is a vital component in the community.

NWCCD also includes a small campus site in Buffalo, WY.

Experience

• Community college experience preferred
• Experience in working with individuals of all ages preferred
• Experience in college admissions preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants

All NWCCD job postings are contingent on funding. Transcripts will be required and may be attached to your online application documents under "Transcripts" and for additional space, under "Other Documents" or emailed to: HR@sheridan.edu. Letters of recommendation are highly recommended and can be attached to your online application documents (up to three letters), or may be sent to Human Resources at HR@sheridan.edu.

Job Duties

These are the job duties for required of the position.

Percentage of time 40 Responsibility/Duty

Recruitment & Outreach

• Coordinate on-campus and off-campus recruitment activities tailored for prospective students.
• Represent the institution at high school visits, regional college fairs, community events, and special promotional programs.

Percentage of time 10 Responsibility/Duty

Systems Utilization & Marketing Support

• Effectively utilize the institutional Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software to track prospective students and manage the enrollment pipeline.
• Collaborate on marketing initiatives, assisting with the development of advertising programs, recruitment publications, and digital outreach materials.

Percentage of time 10 Responsibility/Duty

Admissions Counseling & Family Guidance

• Serve as a dedicated resource for prospective students and their families, offering clear direction through every stage of the college enrollment process.
• Provide in-depth counseling to new students regarding application requirements deadlines, and institutional onboarding procedures.

Percentage of time 35 Responsibility/Duty

Academic Advising & Educational Planning

• Deliver essential academic advising and support to prospective and incoming students to align their personal and career goals with institutional programs.
• Assist students in mapping out clear, comprehensive educational plans and navigating the course registration process.
• Provide proactive guidance on degree requirements, course sequencing, and institutional academic policies.

Percentage of time 5 Responsibility/Duty

Institutional Support

• Perform related duties as assigned to support the goals of the department and the broader mission of the institution.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• NWCCD Website
• Personal Referral
• Indeed
• HigherEd Job
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• Local Newspaper: Sheridan Press
• Local Newspaper: Gillette News Record
• Local Newspaper: Buffalo Bulletin
• Other Advertisement/Publication
• Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Other Documents
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3