Admissions: Regional Admissions Counselor - Twin Cities
Job Information
Position: The Regional Admissions Counselor - Twin Cities will work out of the Twin Cities area and strive to recruit an academically-talented incoming student body from that region, including the Twin Cities and northern MN. Being based in the territory they serve, this admissions counselor will be a consistent presence at recruitment and community events and a resource for students and families interested in UW-Eau Claire.
Job Duties:
- Represent UW-Eau Claire at high school visits, educational fairs, presentations, and other outreach events throughout the Twin Cities metro area and virtual outreach events.
- Contribute to the development of and implement recruitment efforts in Twin Cities area.
- Evaluate first-year applications from Twin Cities and Northern MN territory with authority to decision.
- Outreach to applicants and counselors to advise of Universities of Wisconsin and campus policies as it pertains to application requirements.
- Explore, develop, and maintain new partnerships with school districts, pre-college groups, and community organizations to promote college readiness and UW-Eau Claire
- Maintain strong relationships with students, families, and school staff within assigned Twin Cities territory through regional travel, prompt communication, and other methods.
- Contribute to positive Admissions Office team environment through participation in weekly meetings, in-person attendance as needed at large on-campus events, and consistent communication with colleagues located on the UW-Eau Claire and UW-Eau Claire – Barron County campuses
- Work remotely to complete application follow-up, student outreach, event planning, and other duties related to recruitment and processing
- Other duties as assigned by Admissions and Enrollment Management Leadership
Key Job Responsibilities:
- May supervise staff and/or lead a program area
- Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution
- Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures
- Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
- Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events
- Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
- Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
- Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
- Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
- Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
Department:
The Admissions Office consists of 20 staff members and is dedicated to serving the university and helping it fulfill its mission through the recruitment and processing of prospective students.
Compensation:
$53,000
Required Qualifications:
- 1-3 years professional experience, preferably within a higher education, recruitment, communication or other related setting
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to: work independently, evaluate and make independent decisions, effectively solve problems, recommend process improvements, work under pressure to meet deadlines, be detail-oriented
- Work location (or ability to relocate to work location) in the Twin Cities area that includes reliable internet connection and setting free from distractions that can be used to conduct frequent virtual meetings and phone calls
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with student information systems, customer relations management software, and document imaging software, experience planning events and activities, prior knowledge of the Twin Cities metro area
Education:
Bachelor's degree from regionally-accredited institution
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: . You must create an account and login before you can apply. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Names and contact information for three references.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 23, 2025.
Contact Information:
Jenna Kaiser, Assistant Director of Admissions, kaiserjn@uwec.edu
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit  /human-resources/employment-opportunities/ .
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.