"Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator, Office of Admissions (2807, 1820)"

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting, assisting, and enrolling prospective students. The incumbent will also be expected to represent and present Idaho State University in a positive manner and must be able to effectively convey to diverse constituents the features and benefits offered in order to secure student enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively move students through the recruitment funnel.
• Manage both in-state and out-of-state territories.
• Managing of territories includes but is not limited to; building relationships and communicating with prospective students, building relationships and communicating with high school counselors and CCAs, hosting events in their high schools and territory, meeting one on one with students and their parents.
• Be an integral part of planning and executing small and large recruitment events.
• Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors, students, and parents.
• Build and maintain relationships with ISU campus officials, external constituents, and representatives from other colleges and universities.
• Participate in all Idaho Association for Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (IACRAO) events.
• Represent Idaho State University both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals and organizations involved in the college selection process.
• Plan and attend visits to high schools within recruitment territory.
• Advisors must create a Territory Management Plan.
• Provide detailed information about the university, admissions, scholarships, financial aid, and housing to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, and external constituents.
• Advisors are required to have a full and thorough understanding of any process a prospective student, parent, high school counselor, or external constituent may encounter.
• Assist with the Campus Tour Experience Program by providing one-hour individualized admissions meetings.
• Operate Banner, Argos, and Recruit databases.
• Communicating regularly with prospective students, high school counselors, parents, and ISU campus officials by means of email, phone calls, text messaging, and other technical communications.
• Advisors are required to set enrollment goals for their territories and are held accountable for these goals and it is a measure that is used for success.
• Advisors are required to run reports and compare data in their territories regularly to help inform decisions.
• Be a productive and positive member of the Office of Admissions team.
• Working and traveling on weekends and after hours are required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
• One year experience working with high school students in any of the following capacities: college admissions, college advising, recruiting, mentoring, counseling
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work outside of regular business hours
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Higher Education
• Experience with Ellucian CRM Recruit

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before April 6, 2025. Salary will be $48,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2439

Type: Working 12 months per year

Position: Non-classified Staff

Division: Admissions

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2439?c=isu.