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Pennsylvania State University
  • Position Number: 2294295
  • Location: Monaca, PA
  • Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Admissions Counselor

Penn State Beaver is seeking an Admissions Counselor (Enrollment Services Specialist 3) to recruit traditional-age students for Penn State, with an emphasis on recruiting under-represented students.

The successful candidate will participate in high school visits and college fairs, maintain relationships with guidance counselors, regularly communicate with prospects and applicants, and participate in numerous on campus recruitment events. The position will also be responsible for developing and implementing initiatives to recruit under-represented students.

Penn State Beaver is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The position requires:
  • Strong writing and public speaking skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Commitment to teamwork
  • Ability to autonomously manage the recruitment territory from prospect to committed student
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Have strong time-management and organizational skills


Candidates should expect extensive travel throughout Beaver, Allegheny and Washington counties, with some evening and weekend responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with the Slate CRM, PeopleSoft SIS, and delivering presentations to teens and young adults.

Qualifications: Position typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required.

The position also requires the following clearances:

-PA State Police Criminal Background Check

-PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

-Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Applications should include cover letter, resume, three professional references. The cover letter should include a statement of the candidate's demonstrated ability to support diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. Review of applications will begin on June 1 and will continue until a suitable candidate is found.

Penn State Beaver, a regional campus of The Pennsylvania State University, is a 100-acre, suburban campus located 30 miles north of Pittsburgh and 20 miles north of the Pittsburgh International Airport with easy access to the excitement of the city and relaxation of the country. It is a mixed residential and commuter campus comprised of about 650 students. The student-centered faculty and staff are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning. Students and faculty at Penn State Beaver have all the resources of a major research university at their disposal in a small campus atmosphere. Class sizes are small, and the student/faculty ratio is low, so students can receive much individual attention. For more information about Penn State Beaver, visit https://beaver.psu.edu.


Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Beaver/Admissions-Counselor_REQ_0000014294

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.





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