Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Counselor who will recruit and manage prospective students in the states of Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota. This full-time, 12-month position will be based from home and is responsible for a specific recruitment territory to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students. These individuals will manage travel schedules, implement recruitment strategies and build relationships with high school and community college personnel. The selected individual will communicate with prospective students and other constituents using various forms of communication. Must have the ability to relate to diverse student populations and their family members. Qualified applicants will need to be passionate about higher education and provide dynamic presentations with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity. Extensive overnight travel and some evening and weekend work is required. This is a position built with flexibility for the most qualified applicant to live in Northeast Kansas, or the states of Nebraska, Iowa, or Missouri.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or four years of experience in lieu of degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or six years of experience in lieu of a degree
- Provide dynamic written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
- Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
- Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups
Responsibilities:
- Recruit and manage prospective students in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, eastern Nebraska and South Dakota. Selected applicant will represent Fort Hays State University at high schools, community colleges, college nights, college fairs and other events as applicable to travel schedule.
- Manage personal recruitment territory, prioritizing outreach efforts with regard to presentations, seminars and providing weekly and monthly reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions.
- Establish and develop relationships with high school and community college personnel in effort to maintain consistent communication with constituents in the college decision-making process.
- Act as the lead recruiter for delivering FHSU information to all entities in specified recruitment region.
- Provide extensive follow-up with student prospects, which include phone, email, and other communication venues, in order to assist students from inquiry to enrollment.
- Prepare reports, proposals, and respond to inquiries from students and parents.
- Assist and monitor daily digital recruitment efforts. Assist the marketing coordinator as a counselor lead with digital workflows, content creation and student communication. Systems include but are not limited to Hubspot, WorkDay, and/or Mainstay.
- Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, student housing, etc.
- Collaborate with faculty, administrators and staff colleagues to develop recruitment strategies.
- Develop, implement and evaluate off-campus recruitment programs and events.
- Manage budgets related to appropriate travel and recruitment expenditures.
- Ability to travel extensively by car and/or plane, depending upon the recruitment activity. (The university will provide a university fleet car for the selected candidate.)
- Establish a safe, free from distraction, home working environment conducive of maintaining confidentiality of records. This remote space must have access to a secure high-speed internet connection in order to utilize university recruitment software.
- Must be able to utilize mobile phone, social media and various computer applications. (A university cell phone, laptop and office supplies will be provided to the selected candidate.)
- Must be able to provide a positive addition to the existing admissions team and provide a positive contribution toward the university enrollment goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit
FHSU Benefits.
Base Salary Information:
- Bachelor's degree - $39,000 per year
- Master's degree or higher - $42,000 per year
Priority Deadline: October 7, 2025. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately following the priority deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit
FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references.
Applicant documents must be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding this information, please contact:
Kyle Stacken
kastacken@fhsu.edu
785.628.5722
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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