About the role
Job
Summary
Reporting to an Associate Director of Admission, the Admission Counselors aid in all aspects of the admission process from initial recruitment of prospective students to the review and assessment of applications. In addition to conducting large and small group information sessions on the Rollins campus, counselors travel to meet with students, parents, and guidance counselors. Counselors participate in the admission selection process and host on campus events for prospective and accepted students.
Essential Job Functions
- Strategic Recruitment & Enrollment Management
- Develop recruitment strategies to target specific student populations
- Conduct interviews with admission candidates
- Recruitment Events & Outreach
- Oversee and participate in special programs and projects
- Build and maintain strong relationships with campus partners, venues, and vendors
- Admissions & Prospective Student Engagement
- Communicate with prospective students, parents, and guidance counselors by phone and email to guide them through the admission process
- Participate in the selection of candidates for admission by reviewing and evaluating applications
- Conduct large and small group information sessions for prospective students and parents
- Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, engaging through various communication channels (phone, email, chat, text, and in-person meetings) to guide them through the admissions funnel
- Represent the school at on-campus events, conferences, career fairs, and networking events
- Process application materials, conduct interviews, evaluate candidates, and render admission decisions
- Cultivate strong connections with prospective students by providing personalized guidance and support to help them explore graduate business programs
- Organize personalized visits for prospective students
- Recruitment Travel
- Travel to designated territories to recruit prospective students through college fairs and high school visits with guidance counselors and students
Minimum Qualifications & Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of one years of higher education and/or admission experience
- Possess a valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable motor vehicle record
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience in public speaking to both large and small groups
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Rollins College and Winter Park/Orlando area
- Knowledge of college admission processes
- Event Planning
Work Environment
- Campus-based, front-facing customer service position, working in an office and meeting environment.
- Regular use of a computer and databases
- Must be able to travel and work flexible hours which includes evenings, and weekends based on business needs
Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Benefits & Perks
- 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
- 10 Days - Paid Holidays
- 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
- Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
- 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Free On-Campus Parking
- Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
- Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
- Pet Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
- Plus More!
Additional Perks:
- Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
- Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
- Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
- IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
- College Bookstore Discounts
- Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
- Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
- Plus More!
Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package! Click here to review our full-time benefits package.
Our Service
Excellence Philosophy
At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.
Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.
Employment Eligibility
All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 18, 2026, Presidential Proclamation and separate executive order, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Service Months
12