Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor

Salary

$42,000.00 Annually

Location

DSU Main Campus, 1200 N Dupont Highway, Dover

Job Type

P12-Professional 12 month

Job Number

2026-00491

Division

Strategic Enrollment Management

Department

SESA - Admissions

Opening Date

10/16/2026

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General Description of the Position

The individual is responsible for planning, managing and executing recruitment strategies as established by the Executive Director of Admissions within his/her designated geographical area; This position requires travel (if applicable) and extended work hours (evenings and weekends). The individual will conduct student interviews and counsel families through the application and enrollment process during high school visits, college fairs, parent nights, and in-office/ virtual visits. The successful candidate will be responsible for participating in the review of admission applications and decision making. The individual must maintain knowledge about the programs offered at Delaware State University.

Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Assist in the direction, coordination and implementation of the Recruitment Program

• Manage assigned territory as follows:

• Conduct student interview on and off campus

• Correspond with prospective students, parents, high school and college counselors, alumni and etc.

• Function successfully in a multicultural environment

• Establish, maintain, and cultivate relationships with representatives of various organizations that my result in the recruitment of potential students (i.e., school counselors, program coordinators, parents, etc.

• Participate in territory events to develop contacts and maintain knowledge of your territory

• Participate in the direction, coordination and implementation of the following recruitment activities:

• DSU Homecoming

• Fall/Spring Open House

• Campus Tours

• Special high school and community activities (i.e., college and career fairs)

• Professional Development Workshops/Seminars

• Maintain a record/log of visitations (in person or virtual), contacts, and students enrolled

• Assist the University in its efforts to meet enrollment objectives by setting personal recruiting goals and aggressively pursuing them.

Other Functions Individuals in this position will also perform the following assigned tasks:

• Assist in the development of a network recruitment program with the general Alumni Association
• Submit oral and written reports of weekly recruitment activities to directors
• Submit semester schedule of activities including completed travel authorizations accompanied by requisitions if necessary

The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Demonstrate ability to be creative and innovative when implementing sales and marketing strategy
• Demonstrate ability to communicate (written and orally) articulately and effectively
• Possess proficient presentation skills
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in a collaborative team effort and to interact positively with the public
• Proficiency in analytical skills and accuracy in all phases of work
• Demonstrate effective speaking
• Valid U.S. driver's license

Qualification Standards

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Successful experience: Two or more years of successful work experience in college recruitment, admissions, secondary school guidance, teaching or advising in a college/university setting
• Other preferences:
• Possesses sound judgment, willingness to travel out of state, and tolerance for working long hours.
• Must have enthusiasm for working with college students and representing Delaware State University
• Possess the ability to handle individual projects, as well as, work well as part of a team.

Performance Standards & EEO Statement

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrate knowledge of DSU recruitment and admissions policies and procedures.
• Completion and quality of work according to established guidelines and timelines.
• Reliable attendance and work results.
• Interaction and working relationship with co-workers and prospective students.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the DSU Fundamentals

EEO Statement

Delaware State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin, color, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or disability, veteran or military status, gender identity or genetic information. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The University is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other employment practices.

Equal opportunity employer/program and "auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit the Delaware State University Benefits Page and the State of Delaware benefits page.

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Do you have a Bachelors Degree

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience assisting with the planning, coordination, or implementation of recruitment programs or initiatives?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two or more years of successful work experience in college recruitment, admissions, secondary school guidance, teaching or advising in a college/university setting?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Delaware State University

Address 1200 N. Dupont HWY

Dover, Delaware, 19901

Phone (302) 857-6261

Website https://www.desu.edu/about/administration/human-resources