Job Description
Posting Details Position Information
Posting Number NC00895
Position Title Admissions Reader
Division Student Success Division
Department Name Admissions Office
Position Type Staff - Non Classified
Position Overview The Admissions Officer will recruit, interview and advise prospective students as well as read and evaluate applications for admissions decisions including traditional and non-traditional admission programs.
Primary Purpose The Admissions Reader will perform outreach and recruitment including, but not limited to fall and spring recruitment travel, counseling prospective students and families throughout the college application, selection, and enrollment process; assisting guidance professionals, faculty, alumni/ae, and prospective students and families to better understand the college's mission through personal interviews, group presentations, and extensive follow-up communication; while representing the college with the utmost of professionalism.
Essential Duties - Develop a working knowledge and remain current on all College recruitment messages, facts, and policies.
- Recruit prospective students and conduct extensive follow-up communication and tracking.
- Manages a recruitment territory and associated contacts by identifying, scheduling, and visiting targeted high schools and two-year colleges.
- Represent the College at all recruitment events assigned.
- Participate in Counselor-of-the-Day responsibilities by delivering engaging presentations for prospective students, families, and guests.
- Conduct thorough application review of admissions materials and provide decisions in a timely fashion.
- Enter data into and use the CRM to support recruitment, tracking and communication with prospective students.
- Collaborate with other administrative offices, academic departments, committees and College personnel to effectively support student recruitment and enrollment.
- Travel extensively in-state and out-of-state, with evening and weekend work required.
- Be an active and positive member of the admissions team, demonstrating a willingness to participate and volunteer in team initiatives.
Occasional Duties - Travel in-state and out-of-state and some non-standard work hours.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Director of Admissions.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities - Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational and basic computer skills.
- Ability to represent the College effectively and to interact with individuals and groups in an articulate, sensitive, persuasive, and professional manner.
- Sensitivity to the needs of minority students and other special groups, including non-traditional students.
- Commitment to professional growth and development in college admissions.
- Capability and willingness to travel and work nonstandard hours.
- Must be able to arrange transportation for daily, in-state travel and for out-of-state recruitment travel as needed.
Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated familiarity with the undergraduate programs at RIC.
- Previous post-baccalaureate professional experience in college/university level admissions.
- Bilingual in Spanish (fluent in speaking and writing).
Does this position have Direct Reports? No
Environmental Conditions The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.
Position Details
FLSA Exempt
Salary Grade 9NC
Full Time / Part Time Full-time
Proposed Starting Salary Range $53,000-$67,000
Work Schedule Full-time, Calendar Year Appointment, Non Standard hours, evenings and weekends
Benefits Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including: - Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Incentives and Rewards
- Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday
- Retirement Benefits
- Disability and Insurance Benefits
- Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI
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Employee Benefits .
Reports To (Title) Associate Director of Admissions
Academic or Calendar Year Calendar
Position Status Continuing
End of Temporary or Limited Position Collective Bargaining Unit PSA
Posting Information
Number of Positions Available 1
Application Open Date 09/30/2026
Application Close Date Special Instructions This position is part of a career ladder, giving you the opportunity to advance to higher level roles as you gain experience and obtain the required qualifications.
Please be advised that Rhode Island College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
EEO Statement As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work at office, Afternoon shift