Admissions Counselor

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThomas More UniversityExempt Job Description

Title: Admissions Counselor

Department: Undergraduate Admissions

Reports to: Director of Admissions

Created: April 28, 2026 Core ValuesAs stewards of Thomas More University, it is expected that your work and contributions to our community will reflect the mission, values, and integrity of the University. We are committed to being a student-ready University and aspire to facilitate an interconnected community of excellence. In doing so, we will foster a sense of responsibility to others, act with respect, tolerance and compassion towards others, and care for God’s creation.

Through this engagement, Thomas More University is a thriving and dynamic institution that espouses the values of a Catholic Liberal Arts education committed to the students that we serve today, those that we will serve tomorrow, and the communities our graduates will serve. Basic PurposeThis position serves as a member of the Enrollment Team in the department of Undergraduate Admissions. This position is responsible for planning and implementing recruitment and enrollment functions of high school students from specific territories, as well as assist the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry and queries in the University’s Technolutions Slate software.

Core Competency Skills Required1. Excellent written, oral and listening skills.2. Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational, and personal skills.3.

Communication and marking skills. 4. Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams.5. Must show evidence of ability to manage multiple projects at a time.6.

Demonstrates strong decision-making skills and self-assurance.7. Ability to manage data and build queries in the CRM softwarePrincipal ActivitiesServes as a member of the Enrollment Team managing a recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment goals for the University.Implement recruitment strategies as outlined in the admissions plan in the assigned territory to include high school and/or community college visits, attends college fairs, area receptions, and events.Works with students, parents and/or alumni organizations that assist with the recruitment of students.Provides admission presentations to visitors during campus daily tours and at on campus and off[1]campus events.Advises students and families of admission requirements, transfer guidelines, financial aid and scholarship information, residence life, etc.Provides follow-up to students and parents via phone, letters, email, text, and scheduled appointments in specific recruitment territory.Review admission applications, evaluates credentials, and makes admission decisions.Completes routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and professional development.Provide support to the Assistant Director of Admissions and CRM Manager with data entry, reports, queries, communication flows, and events within the Technolutions Slate CRM software. Adhere to University policies and procedures regarding travel and procurement.Initiates, plans, and executes special projects in conjunction with the goals and objectives of the office.Compliance with NCAA the Great Midwest conference and university rules and regulations.

Education, Specialized and/or Technical Knowledge RequirementsBachelor’s Degree Required. Experience in Recruitment, communications/ marketing, and Higher Education preferred. Valid Drivers License required.

Physical Job RequirementsTools and Equipment UsedPersonal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipment

TravelModerate

Physical & Mental DemandsFrequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of timeAbility to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of timeDigital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipmentLight lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in personBody motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environmentAbility to analyze data and other reports and make recommendationsAdditional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, and interpret