Prairie View A&M University

Admissions Counselor III

Job Title

Admissions Counselor III

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

College Of Nursing | Admissions & Student Support Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,194.84 monthly

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Admissions Counselor III, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted, enrolled, and underrepresented students for the BSN Programs. Provides supportive services for all students. Tracks and follows up with targeted students. Screens applicants' academic credentials and qualifications for admission to the undergraduate nursing programs (Generic, LVN-BSN, RN-BSN). Advises prospective students about admission statuses, policies and office programs. Complete required admissions protocols including documentation as prescribed in the university catalog and college requirements for new students including badges, lockers and computers. Works directly with applicants and advisors to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admission denials. This position will work solely for the Office of Admissions & Student.

This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

• Tracks and follows up with targeted students. Screens applicants' academic credentials and qualifications for admission to the undergraduate nursing programs (Generic, LVN-BSN, RN-BSN. Advises prospective students about admission statuses, policies and office programs. Complete required admissions protocols including documentation as prescribed in the university catalog and college requirements for new students including badges, lockers and computers. Works directly with applicants and advisors to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admission denials.
• Completes reports on programs/projects. Proposes, organizes, plans and coordinates events associated with student. Submits reports on admission to Program Directors for the generic, RN-BSN, and LVN-BSN Programs. Submits reports on maintenance of databases by Program, per semester. Submits reports on compilation of final annual reports on applications, screenings, admissions and other criteria as required.
• Develops working relationships with Pre-Nursing Office, and other PVAMU members, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction. Develops an effective plan for recruiting in the assigned area(s) and schools. Disseminates admission information. Coordinate nursing recruitment events with hospitals, schools, and PVAMU Recruitment to conduct on and off campus public speaking, career and college fairs, and maintains related records.
• Serves as back-up support staff (receptionist) for the Office of Admissions and Student Services; and perform other student support duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field.
• Three years of related experience.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of admissions functions of higher education.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Travel required. Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
  
  

Job Posting Close Date

• 5/8/2025
  
  

Required Attachments

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
  
  

Application Submission Guidelines

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Houston-TX/Admissions-Counselor-III_R-083492?workerSubType=0e1cd8ed3502012ddf607157e74b7d04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020103f9b47257e74b7f04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed350201da3af87057e74b7c04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020108df607157e74b7e04

About Us

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.

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