Admissions Counselor, High School Services

Position Number: 40076939, 40078039

Payroll Title: ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 2

Job Code: 4508

Job Open Date: 11/17/2025

Application Review Begins: 12/4/2025

Department Code (Name): ADMS (Admissions Office)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): SV (SSAP) - Student Services & Advising Professionals*

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: N/A

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.88 to $33.10/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $28.88 to $49.76/hour.

Work Location: 1234 Cheadle Hall

Working Days and Hours: M-F, 8 am - 5pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid Eligible

Important Additional Information About This Position:

This position is in a job classification that recently became part of the Student Services and Advising Professionals (SSAP) bargaining unit. This is a newly-established unit that is exclusively represented by the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW).

The University and the UAW will begin bargaining over the terms and conditions of employment for the SSAP unit in Summer 2025. Until such time as a Collective Bargaining Agreement can be fully agreed-upon and ratified, the terms and conditions of employment for positions in the SSAP unit will continue to be governed by Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM). Additional information regarding the SSAP bargaining unit can be found at https://ssap-uaw.org.

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

The Office of Admissions is charged with assisting the campus in reaching its undergraduate admission and enrollment objectives in accordance with the University mission and campus enrollment goals. Department efforts are focused upon increasing the academic quality and diversity of the entering class while maintaining the required enrollment level.

Admissions seeks to implement the campus admission goals by providing a number of services and events.

Admissions promotes postsecondary education; encourages applications from historically underserved populations and schools; provides admission information to high school and community college counselors, teachers and administrators; provides admission advice to prospective freshman and transfer students; reviews and evaluates applications; develops recruitment strategies and events for admitted students; reviews coursework for transfer credit; and creates a presence on campus that is consistent with UCSB's mission and high academic standards.

These services are provided by three units within the department: Visitor Center, Outreach Services, and Application Services.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

The Office of Admissions designs and implements a series of initiatives to generate the interest, application, and ultimately the UCSB enrollment of high school and community college students. Establishes a statewide caseload of student contacts from targeted schools and systematically follows up with student as early as ninth grade through e-mail, targeted mailings, hosting campus visits, open house events, and making referrals to faculty and campus service agencies. Engages in collaborative efforts with university units currently sponsoring outreach related efforts and summer residential programs. Serves as the liaison with schools and organizations outside of the University that work with student scholars to include high school teachers and counselors, churches, and youth organizations. Conducts visits to high schools and community colleges in order to inform prospective UCSB students, their parents, counselors and educators about admission policies and practices, and to encourage students to apply to and enroll in UCSB. Provides pre-enrollment advising to prospective applicants and newly admitted students and their parents.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Working knowledge of UC, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective applicants and the public.
• Working knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at UC.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations and other institutions.
• Working knowledge of admissions requirements for campus / school / college.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Requires travel during the year. During travel season night and weekend work is required.
• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 30% High School and Community College Outreach - The incumbent conducts outreach at high schools and community colleges in order to inform prospective UCSB students, their parents, counselors and educators about admission policies and practices, and to encourage students -- particularly underrepresented students -- to apply and enroll in UCSB. Outreach occurs primarily during fall. Specifically, the incumbent: Initiate a series of high school and community college visits in order to disseminate and articulate admissions policies of the UCSB campus and the UC system. Meet with parents and prospective students seeking information about the campus. Make oral and multi-media presentations pertinent to the needs and interests of the audience. Maintain thorough knowledge and be able to disseminate information covering all aspects of the campus including admission eligibility requirements, academic programs, curricula, EOP, housing, financial aid, fees, orientation, etc. Represent UCSB at appropriate professional conferences. Make on-campus presentations to visiting student groups. Provide pre-admissions counseling to campus visitors and students in campus programs. Leads College Advising Presentations (CAPs) at school sites, attends College Nights and College Fairs, and represents UCSB at California College and University Days (CCUDs). Evaluates the academic records of target students in order to counsel and advise them with regard to achieving and maintaining UC eligibility. Must have thorough knowledge of University application procedures and admission policies and practices. Must have strong counseling skills informed by an in-depth understanding of issues relevant to the academic preparation and success of low income, underrepresented, first generation college-bound, and language minority students. Serves as a member of the Admissions Selection Committee. Reviews application files in order to make recommendations regarding freshman admission to UCSB.
• 20% Special Event Planning - Committee Member - Assist in the coordination of special events, both on campus and throughout California, that address the specific informational needs of the scholar applicant. Develop new initiatives and assist with the coordination of existing special events including the Chancellor's Regional Receptions and Open House. Liaison with relevant departments, staff and faculty to ensure appropriate campus representation at these events Incorporate UCSB staff, faculty, and students into the program itinerary. Initiates contact with high-achieving admitted students in order to encourage their participation in the Chancellor's Regional Receptions.
• 50% Applicant Advocacy - Counsels and advises newly admitted students and their parents with regard to admission, enrollment, housing, financial aid, course selection and other concerns. Serve as a liaison between admitted students and EOP, Financial Aid, Admissions, Orientation, Housing, and student organizations to ensure all special needs and questions the student has are addressed in a timely manner.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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