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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
We seek candidates who will create a climate that helps attract and is inclusive of all students, including students from historically underrepresented groups and students who have overcome personal challenges. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply.
Please attach a cover letter and a resume. Please supply contact information for three references, one of which must be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of campus interviews.
For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by 03/17/2026.
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Position Information
Campus Title Admissions Counselor for Graduate & Transfer
Department Admissions
Position Summary
The State University of New York at Geneseo seeks a self-motivated, equity-minded Admissions Counselor to support growth in New York State, out-of-state, and international graduate and transfer student enrollment. This position plays a key role in expanding access to Geneseo's public liberal arts education by recruiting, advising, and supporting prospective students across multiple pathways.
The Admissions Counselor manages assigned recruitment territories and pipelines, including community colleges, four-year institutions, international partners, and graduate programs. Responsibilities include recruitment outreach, event programming, application review, and relationship building with counselors, faculty, and campus partners. Evening and weekend work, along with travel, is required during peak recruitment periods.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work a flex schedule and may be required to work alternative schedules. Many of these responsibilities entail evening and weekend commitments.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and be highly motivated, creative, flexible, detail-focused, and adaptable to changing environments. Must demonstrate commitment and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and constituents in support of campus and department missions.
Additional requirements include:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and recruitment pipelines
Highly organized and adaptable, especially in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Prior experience in higher education or a related field (including internships or work-study)
Candidates for this position must be legally permitted to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in higher education or related field.
Experience in admissions, transfer advising, graduate recruitment, or student life.
Proficiency in Slate (Technolutions) or similar CRM systems.
License/Certification
Other Skills Required
Supervision Received
This position is supervised by the Director of Graduate & Transfer Admissions
Supervision Exercised
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S439
Number of Vacancies 1
Line # to be filled 00053
Full or Part-time Full-Time
Appointment Type Term
Anticipated Appointment Start Date
Job Posting Date 02/24/2026
Apply By 03/17/2026
Job Posting Closed Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Salary Min of $57,151
Special Instructions to Applicant
We seek candidates who will create a climate that helps attract and is inclusive of all students, including students from historically underrepresented groups and students who have overcome personal challenges. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply.
Please attach a cover letter and a resume. Please supply contact information for three references, one of which must be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of campus interviews.
For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by 03/17/2026.
About SUNY Geneseo
Mission Statement
We are a distinctive public liberal arts college that welcomes and inspires students to develop their knowledge and skills to build a better world. Our supportive, inclusive community is exceptional in cultivating creativity, engagement, and discovery. We find strength in diversity, joy in growth, and fulfillment in lifelong learning.
Vision
We will cultivate a distinctive, equity-centered, public honors college experience that propels learners to positively impact society.
Values
The Geneseo campus community is guided by our beliefs in and commitments to the following values:
Learning: Embracing high expectations for intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, scholarly exploration, and personal growth.
Creativity: Empowering a spirit of innovation that inspires intellectual curiosity, self-expression, and problem-solving.
Belonging: Welcoming a diverse campus community that supports and celebrates
different identities, promotes equity and inclusion, and respects the ideas and
contributions of each individual.
Civic Engagement: Encouraging active participation grounded in self-reflection,
empathy, and an ethical commitment to the common good of our local and global
communities.
Sustainability: Building a culture of well-being that integrates and applies principles of
environmental, social, and economic stewardship informed by an understanding of the
past and our obligations to the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic.
To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245-5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu (ode@geneseo.edu%3Code@geneseo.edu%3E) . Find out more about our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0E28zJDeYTU)
Background Investigation Statement
All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks. See our full Background Investigation Statement at http://www.geneseo.edu/hr/employment.
Clery Statement
Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report( ASR ) for the College at www.geneseo.edu/police. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Geneseo University Police Department at 585-245-5651.
Quick Link for Postings https://jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/5486
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage Of Time 60%
Job Duty/ Responsibility
Function 1:
Correspond with prospective students and other constituents through strategic written and verbal communications, using SLATE and BI dashboards to plan and implement a comprehensive territory-based recruitment and communication plan.
The Admissions Counselor recruits and advises prospective transfer and graduate students with a focus on enrollment growth and building sustainable strategies across New York State, out-of-state, and international markets.
The role includes managing assigned territories; representing Geneseo at in-person and virtual recruitment events; and developing relationships with transfer counselors, faculty advisors, and international partners.
The counselor plans and delivers recruitment programs for their territory and actively engages with students during campus visits, information sessions, on-campus and off recruiting events such as Open Houses and Admitted Student Days as well as national college fairs and SUNY outreach initiatives.
Percentage Of Time 20%
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Function 2:
The Admissions Counselor provides timely admissions decisions using Slate CRM , advising on application requirements, transfer credit evaluation, and next steps.
The role includes reviewing transfer and graduate applications using a holistic, equity-centered approach and contributing to team-based admission decisions and enrollment strategy discussions.
Percentage Of Time 20%
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Function 3:
The counselor also participates in office projects and events that support recruitment effectiveness, process improvement, and the prospective student experience.
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
Yes
No
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Will you possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment?
Yes
No
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Are you able to occasionally work evenings and weekends at peak service periods?
Yes
No
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Are you eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
