Admissions Counselor

William Peace University, Raleigh
William Peace University, Raleigh

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Posted on Nov 14, 2026
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Position Information
Position Title: Admissions Counselor
Posting Number: WPU0065817
University Information:
William Peace University (“Peace”) provides a culture that fosters an energized team environment, builds on our strengths, promotes creativity and innovation, and encourages respect and open communication. We value our faculty and staff. We know they are important and vital to the growth of our university and culture. Senior leadership is personally dedicated to the professional growth and development of each employee. We want to help you build your career, while ensuring you have great work-life balance and flexibility.

We teach our students the skills needed for ethical citizenship, not just in the classroom, but by example. We believe in giving back to our community, and our employees take pride in working at Peace.
Department: Admissions
Purpose of Department:
The Office of Admissions provides information to high school students and transfer students who are interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Peace.

William Peace University actively seeks students who demonstrate academic talent, a strong college preparatory curriculum, and personal integrity.
Summary of Position:
The Admissions Counselor actively identify students who are a good fit for Peace and engage in recruitment activities to secure their commitment to attend the University. Counselors work with students, families, and support systems, Guidance Counselors, and other audiences who have the potential to influence students’ college selection. Counselors positively represent the University virtually and in-person to build strong, trustworthy relationships with prospective students to facilitate achievement of recruitment goals. This position includes regular travel to the Charlotte, NC region.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the individual holding this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

  • Manage assigned recruitment territory of the greater Charlotte metro area (and other areas that may be assigned), which includes planning travel to high schools, attending off campus events, and conducting prospective student appointments and follow-up meetings.
  • Establish strong relationships with school counselors in assigned territory to facilitate success in securing applications.
  • Conduct daily pre-tour admissions presentations and post tour Q&A.
  • Actively participate in all on-campus recruitment events.
  • Manage student applications in assigned territory and make independent decisions on applications in a timely manner based on grades, test scores, interviews with Counselors, etc. Present borderline applicants to the Admissions Committee at weekly Admission Committee meetings.
  • Petition Assistant Vice President of Admissions for exception to admissions standards for students with perceived high potential.
  • Make recommendations to Assistant Vice President of Admissions for Community Service & Leadership Scholarship based on information gleaned in admissions application
  • Counsel prospective, first-year students regarding navigating the admissions process, financial aid, and generally educating them about the institution.
  • Conduct regular outreach as appropriate and necessary based on funnel conversion rates.
  • Interact with family members in managing and supporting their student’s college admissions application and onboarding experiences.
  • Represent the University professionally, positively, and proactively.
  • Interact with diverse populations of students, family members, Counselors, and the public.
  • Travel overnight and across multiple weeks as required.
  • Perform other job-related duties and projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university
  • Six months of recruitment, sales, or administrative experience preferably related to higher education or other related experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, outstanding organizational skills, ability to consistently meet deadlines and handle information confidentially, self-motivation, and ability to work independently and with minimal direction
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and car insurance
  • Availability for evening and weekend work and overnight travel
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Preference is given to those with prior experience as an Admissions Recruiter or Admissions Counselor in a University setting.
  • 1 year of college admissions processes, higher education administration, or professional experience in marketing or sales
  • Experience with Slate, Higher Education CRM
  • Bilingual speaking proficiency in Spanish/English
Hours per week: 40 hours
Job Posting Date: 11/13/2026
Priority Deadline: 11/29/2026
Priority Deadline Information:

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the Priority Date; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation
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