Admissions Counselor

Job Posting: JR102164 Admissions Counselor (Open) Department: Admissions, Asst. Dir./Admissions | JM Position Type: Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Open Date: 09-08-2026 Close Date: $50,000 Job Description: Frostburg State University (FSU), Office of Admissions, seeks applications for a full-time contractual, exempt Admissions Counselor position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The following benefits will be available on an annual basis: University System of Maryland Tuition Remission program. Five (5) days of annual leave Specific Holidays Three (3) days of sick leave May participate in the State Health Insurance programs (medical, prescription and/or dental, etc.) that are available to State employees. Staff working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the applicable state subsidy for medical and prescription coverage. Responsibilities: Under the direction of an Assistant Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor is responsible for providing information regarding admissions standards and requirements for prospective students. Work directly with prospective students through the admissions, financial aid, scholarship, and application process. Implement recruitment activities such as campus trips, presentations, Saturday visits, virtual events, resource tables, application workshops, and designated area projects. Frequent travel to high schools and two-year colleges with some overnight travel required. Other duties as needed to assist with student enrollment. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with one to three years of related experience. The successful candidate will have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to interact effectively and promote a culturally diverse prospective student population. Valid non-commercial driver’s license and a desire to travel required. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to assist with student enrollment. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management system (CRM). About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 4,000 students enroll yearly. About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered a four-season outdoor hub of recreational experiences offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure-seeking opportunities, FSU is for you! To Apply: If you wish to apply, please visit Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) resume; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) names and contact information for three professional references. For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by September 22, 2026. This position is open until filled. Additional Job Information: Admissions Counselor FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university. Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance.