Admissions Counselor for Undergraduate Nursing
Posted February 9, 2026
Admissions Counselor, Undergraduate Nursing
Office of Admissions, University of Charleston
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Undergraduate Nursing Admissions Counselor has the responsibility for implementing multi-channel marketing and recruitment strategies related to nursing student enrollment. The Undergraduate Nursing Admissions Counselor will be responsible for meeting territory and programmatic enrollment goals for the Charleston BSN, ADN, and Online RN-BSN programs through the execution of various approaches, including but not limited to travel to high schools and college fairs, participation in in-person and virtual recruitment events (both on and off campus), and extensive communication with various constituents. Application management and decision making are an integral part of the position. Some nights and weekends are required. This position reports to the Director of Admissions.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Be knowledgeable about the University of Charleston’s programs, features, facilities, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities. Be able to articulate same in a professional, consistent manner.
- Work with supervisor to understand territorial and programmatic recruitment goals and utilize multi-channel communication strategies to achieve these goals.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of various approaches utilized.
- Hit enrollment targets weekly, monthly, and annually.
- Participate in tele-counseling with prospective students.
- Manage application review and associated decision making;
- Interface with University personnel (i.e.: nursing program faculty, deans, support and administrative staff) as required.
- Review financial aid packages with prospective students.
- Demonstrate strong customer service orientation.
- Be proficient in the use of the University’s management information systems (Recruit and Colleague) and Microsoft Office applications.
- Carry out special projects.
- Overnight travel during college fair months.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required for this entry level position.
- Experience in sales, marketing, and/or higher education is preferred.
- Candidate must be a goal-oriented self-starter who has the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Candidate must have a reliable car and a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift and carry marketing/promotional materials (up to 30 pounds).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong computer and organizational skills.
- Must be able to think, plan, and execute strategically.
- Candidate must have a customer service orientation and utilize relationship building techniques.
- A team player who demonstrates flexibility and the willingness to “pitch in” when needed.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit cover letter, current resume, names of three professional references, and salary requirements to:
The University of Charleston is an Equal Opportunity Employer