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Admissions CounselorRecruiter (2 Positions) at CSU Careers

CSU Careers San Jose, CA

Job Description

Job SummarySan José State University is seeking an Admissions Counselor/Recruiter to join our Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Student Outreach and Recruitment (with lead direction from the Assistant Director) this role is responsible for guiding prospective students through the admissions process recruiting future Spartans and evaluating applications in compliance with CSU policies and procedures. The Admission Counselor/Recruiter serves as a primary contact for high school and community college partners prospective students and families-providing clear information resolving issues and representing SJSU at outreach events both on and off campus.Key ResponsibilitiesCounsel and advise prospective students and families on CSU and SJSU admissions requirementsBuild and maintain relationships with high schools community colleges and community partnersEvaluate and verify applications for admissibilityRepresent SJSU at recruitment events workshops and presentations (in person and virtual)Support the admissions process to ensure accuracy and compliance with policiesKnowledge Skills & AbilitiesAbility to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful mannerExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent customer service and public relations skillsKnowledge of methods procedures practices and activities of the program area; English grammar business writing punctuation spelling and arithmeticAbility to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reportsAbility to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information and communications with students parents employees and external agenciesAbility to interpret and apply program rules and regulationsAbility to reason logically; ability to collect compile analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on the dataAbility to use professional judgment to review and assess admissions requirements and documentsAbility to advise potential students parents high school and community college staff individually and in group settingsKnowledge of technology and software applications such as: word processing spreadsheet database management and communication toolsAbility to learn implement and adapt to new virtual platforms for recruitment college fairs outreach and yield purposesAbility to plan and execute multiple work priorities organize and plan work and projectsRequired QualificationsEquivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences public or business administration or a jobrelated fieldTwo (2) years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field. A masters degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experiencePreferred QualificationsBachelors DegreeExperience working in a higher education enrollment services environment preferably in admissions records and/or evaluationsExperience analyzing and interpreting college/high school transcripts documents process requirements and university policies regarding admissions and enrollmentExperience with PeopleSoft and customer service based technology systemsExcellent written communication skillsExperience in communicating admissions and or student services policies and procedures to community college university or high school constituentsCompensationClassification: Student Services Professional IIAnticipated Hiring Range: $5083/month - $5336/monthCSU Salary Range: $5083/month - $7228/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available please see the Employee Benefits Summary.Application ProcedureClick Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:ResumeLetter of InterestAll applicants must apply within the specified application period: August 29 2025 through September 14 2025. This position is open until filled; however applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.Contact InformationUniversity PersonnelCSU Vaccination PolicyThe CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found athttps:// questions may be sent to.Additional InformationSatisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.The standard background check includes: criminal check employment and education verification. Depending on the position a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the universitys third party vendor Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Officeor report any discrimination harassment and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at or by email at.Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at or by email at.Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.Equal Employment StatementSan José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age ancestry caste color disability ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity genetic information marital status medical condition military status nationality race religion religious creed sex sexual orientation sex stereotype and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students faculty and staff as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and certain other federal and state laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Key Skills Sales Experience,Sourcing,Talent Acquisition,Taleo,ATS,HR Sourcing,Interviewing,Microsoft Outlook,Earned Value Management,Human Resources,negotiation,Recruiting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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