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Department:

Admissions

Anticipated Start Date:

July 22, 2026

Annual Salary:

$46,000

Normal Work Schedule:

10+ weeks of recruitment travel required in the Fall, with an additional 3 – 5 weeks in the Spring.

Job Summary:

The Huntsville Regional Admissions Counselor lives in a specific metropolitan area (Huntsville) of responsibility, is responsible for the execution of the established recruitment plan, and provides a strong Jax State presence in the assigned geographic territories, which includes extensive travel for recruiting and evaluating applicants for admission to Jacksonville State University; advises and counsels prospective students about the college selection process and the benefits of a Jax State education, and consistently represents the University in a positive professional manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists the Associate Director with all aspects of recruitment and marketing of Jacksonville State University at information sessions to qualifying prospective students, participating in student briefings, college fairs, visitation events, and on-campus events for undergraduate freshman, transfer, Dual Enrollment Students and other related activities/events that are designed to promote the University.
• In collaboration with the Associate Director, creates and implements an individual marketing plan to include knowledge of assigned high school history, area alumni, competitors, and factors of influence to assist the university in successfully achieving its educational mission.
• Assists the Coordinator of Dual Enrollment in communicating with area high school administrators on the benefits and opportunities of Jax State Dual Enrollment.
• Manages a geographic territory of prospective students (as assigned), and provides reports, updates, and feedback to the Associate Director and Director of Admissions related to recruitment activities within the territory.
• Visits schools on a scheduled weekly basis and responds to routine inquiries, and disseminates information about the programs and services offered by Jax State.
• Maintains ongoing communication with prospective students and their families and provides admissions advising as needed.
• Develop strong professional relationships with area high school administrators
• Maximizes recruitment activities by presenting to high school students, parents and administrators about academic programs, admissions criteria and financial aid awarding to prospective students and families.
• Maintains ongoing awareness of role expectations and established enrollment goals, and performs duties focused on meeting those goals.
• Serves as a resource to students, families, faculty, and staff regarding Jax State admission
• Identifies and addresses concerns of prospective students and families and follows-up with interested students through admission and enrollment.
• Participates in and assists with on-campus recruitment events (Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, etc.).
• Proactively partners with various university departments and Assistant Director of Campus Visits to coordinate and conduct campus tours for undergraduate freshmen, transfer, and Dual Enrollment Students.
• Participates in professional development activities to stay abreast of emerging trends in the field.
• Serves on committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, Marketing, or related field
• Valid driver’s license
• One year experience in either admissions and/or recruitment

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Employee Benefits:

JSU strives to provide great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full-time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package.  Benefits include:

• Retirement Plans
  • Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
  • RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
  • 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
• Health Insurance
  • Medical (PEEHIP)
  • Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer and hospital indemnity
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prescription assistance

For additional information regarding benefits, please visit our website

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.