Job Description
Posting Details Posting Details
Logo Institution South Dakota Mines
Working Title Admissions Counselor
Posting Number NFE02885P
Department SDSMT-Admissions
Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City
Posting Text Are you passionate about helping young people find their path? Do you excel at building meaningful connections with others? If so, South Dakota Mines invites you to join our dynamic Admissions team as an Admissions Counselor.
About the Role As an Admissions Counselor, you'll be more than just a recruiter-you'll be a mentor, a guide, and the face of South Dakota Mines for many prospective students and their families. You'll manage a specific recruitment territory, leading students through every stage of the admissions process, from initial contact to enrollment. Whether you're on campus or representing us at a college fair, you'll play a crucial role in shaping our student body.
What You'll Do - Connect with prospective students, their families, school counselors, and teachers to share the unique advantages of a South Dakota Mines education.
- Provide detailed information about our programs, campus life, and financial aid options.
- Travel to high schools, college fairs, and other events to meet with potential students.
- Host prospective students and their families when they schedule a visit to the South Dakota Mines campus, ensuring they have a memorable and informative experience.
- Assist students through the application and enrollment process, ensuring they have a smooth transition to university life.
Why Join Us? At South Dakota Mines, you'll be part of a close-knit community dedicated to fostering the next generation of leaders in science and engineering. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real impact. If you're ready to take on a role that's both challenging and rewarding, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today to start your journey with South Dakota Mines. Together, let's inspire the innovators of tomorrow.
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 10, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).
Posting Date 10/27/2025
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 11/10/2025
Advertised Salary $19.99 - $22.39 depending on education and experience
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours 7:30am-4:30pm
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays
If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees at the intersection of innovation and tradition. Renowned for hands-on learning and pioneering research, Mines educates future leaders in STEM fields who will make a meaningful impact on the world. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success.
Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on the Mines campus. The university is recognized for its rigorous curriculum and boasts a strong return on investment for its graduates. With an average class size of 24 and a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Mines is committed to delivering an education that equips students with the skills and experience needed to thrive in their chosen fields.
At Mines, student life is vibrant and welcoming, offering more than 80 clubs and organizations that foster a sense of community and provide leadership opportunities. Co-curricular activities, such as internships, cooperative education opportunities, and professional development programs, ensure that students gain practical, hands-on experience in their fields while enhancing their academic learning. Students can explore their passions outside the classroom, from competitive athletics, music programs, and intramural sports to professional societies, competitive engineering teams, and cultural clubs.
South Dakota Mines faculty, staff, and students drive groundbreaking research across five main areas: advanced materials and manufacturing, deep underground science and engineering, critical and sustainable resources, smart and resilient cyber-infrastructure, and data science and numerical modeling. This research advances technology and innovation and offers students hands-on opportunities to address real-world challenges, preparing them for leadership roles in their careers and beyond. With a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship, South Dakota Mines provides programming that empowers students and faculty to transform scientific and technological innovations into viable products and startups.
Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city, with an MSA population of over 158,000. The city sees an average of 226 days of sunshine annually and is surrounded by many things to see and do. The region has roughly 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery in the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails as well as top attractions like historic Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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