Admissions Counselor

February 26, 2026
Long Island Campus
Admissions

This position has the primary responsibility of recruiting prospective students and evaluating applications for admission to St. Joseph’s University, New York. Admissions Counselors are responsible for an assigned recruitment and enrollment territory, and carries out initiatives to meet established application and enrollment goals.  This position meets with prospective students and their families, conducts admissions information sessions, and attends on and off campus events.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Recruit first year, transfer, adult, online, and graduate students to St. Joseph’s University NY.  
  • Review and evaluate applications for admission and assigned transfer credit.   
  • Evaluate admitted students for potential merit based scholarships and awards.
  • Participate in on-campus and off-campus events, including open houses, virtual events, college fairs, school visits, and special events.
  • Interview and host prospective students and their families, and present information sessions promoting the University.  
  • Provide customer service and follow up with students, parents, counselors, CBOs, and other constituencies.
  • Act as a liaison with various academic departments and student services offices.
  • Maintaining active involvement in professional organizations such as NYACAC, NACAC, and WSCA through participation in activities and events.
  • Assist with various admissions tasks and projects as directed by the Office of Admissions.
  • Assist with covering evening and weekend hours, as needed.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education/Skills Required:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree is required.
  • 1-2 years of related experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel for work.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required.
  • Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google. Experience with Slate and Colleague systems preferred.

Salary Range:
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual starting salary for this position is $45,000. St. Joseph's University, New York considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, geographic location, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a résumé, along with a letter of interest describing their qualifications and background for the position.

All materials should be submitted electronically to:
Michael Barfield, Assistant Director of Admissions
St.  Joseph’s University, New York
155 West Roe Blvd.
Patchogue, NY 11772
Email: [email protected]

It is the policy of St. Joseph's University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, status as a protected veteran, marital status or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, New York State or New York City Law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and all other school administered programs or policies.

The University also provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment is contingent upon receipt of proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Please note that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that all U.S. employers complete and retain a current Form I-9 for each individual they hire for employment in the United States, verifying the employment eligibility and identity documents presented by the employee and recording the document information. You will be required to complete your portion of the document, with your documentation verifying your identity and eligibility to work, no later than your third day of employment.