"Admissions Engagement Coordinator"

Job Details

Department: Admissions

Job Posting Title: Admissions Engagement Coordinator

Job Description: Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Coordinator to lead digital recruiting efforts for the Office of Admissions. This full-time, 12-month position is responsible for event coordination and promotion, supervision of Digital Recruiters, managing marketing and communication efforts, and leading digital efforts to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students. This individual will serve on the department leadership team and work in conjunction with the Director of Admissions to develop marketing and communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns. Qualified applicants must be passionate about higher education and provide dynamic strategies with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Eligibility: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of experience in Student Affairs or Marketing in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or six years of experience
• Provide dynamic written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
• Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
• Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups

Responsibilities:

• Serve as part of the department leadership team
• Develop marketing & communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns, in conjunction with the Director of Admissions.
• Manage the execution of the marketing & communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns via the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system.
• Lead a digital media team and train staff on social media, including supervision of the Digital Recruiter.
• Develop and manage print materials, promotional products, and digital content for events and recruiters.
• Manage Admissions social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, etc.)
• Lead small teams to plan, promote, and execute major recruitment events.
• Lead and manage project management system (Smartsheet) for print, event, digital, and promotional initiatives.
• Collaborate with University Marketing, academic departments, and other campus entities.
• Produce content, messaging, photography, and video to support brand standards.
• Maintain and update the Office of Admissions website using Cascade CMS.
• Manage email, SMS, and chatbot campaigns via HubSpot, Mainstay, and Workday.

Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.

Priority Deadline: October 17, 2025. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately following the priority deadline and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references. Applicant documents must be submitted in one PDF.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact: Jon Armstrong at jdarmstrong@fhsu.edu or 785-628-4091.