Admissions Counselor

Job overview

The Admissions Counselor role is hybrid, with remote work and the Warren administrative office in Warren, PA. Starting salary is $38,000. The role is in the Admissions and Marketing department of Northern Pennsylvania Regional College, supporting prospective students and their families through the admissions process. The counselor reviews applications and supporting documents, guides applicants from inquiry through acceptance, and helps coordinate recruitment and yield activities. The role contributes to enrollment and student engagement by providing timely support, maintaining accurate records, and helping applicants understand academic programs, career pathways, and support services.

What you'll do

• Review prospective student applications, workforce development pre-registrations, and supporting documents
• engage prospective students through direct mail, telephone, and digital channels
• collaborate with the director and other counselors to review applicants and send admissions offers
• recommend process improvements
• maintain accurate application progress records
• contribute to recruitment campaigns, events, and yield activities
• support admissions and recruiting events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

admissions counselor

warren pa

northern pennsylvania regional college

hybrid

starting salary $38,000

enrollment management

admissions and marketing

prospective students

application review

recruitment events

frequent travel

associate degree required

student engagement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Associate degree and Microsoft Suite proficiency required; bachelor's degree, college admissions experience, and database or CRM experience preferred. Frequent travel is required, and evening and weekend hours may be required during peak seasons.

About the employer

Northern Pennsylvania Regional College is hiring for this role. Industry: Junior Colleges. Sector: 61.