"Admissions Recruiter - Los Angeles/Ventura"

Admissions Recruiter - Los Angeles/Ventura

Job no: 548257
Work type: Staff
Location: Northern California: Humboldt
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Student Services, Workplace Type: On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary:

The Regional Admissions Recruiter is responsible for recruiting and admitting students from Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Based in the region, the recruiter travels extensively to build relationships with schools and organizations, develop a pipeline of prospective students, and represent Humboldt at various events. The role involves sharing detailed information about the university, conducting admissions presentations and counseling, evaluating transcripts, and supporting recruitment programs targeting specific populations. The recruiter also manages daily admissions tasks remotely and occasionally travels to other regions and the main campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• 45% - Student Recruitment & Outreach: Includes in-field representation at school visits and college fairs, presentations, panels, and trade-style events using branded materials. Also includes direct outreach to prospective students, applicants, and influencers (e.g., guidance counselors) via phone, email, SMS, and handwritten notes.
• 15% - Admissions Events: Involves planning, organizing, and participating in recruitment events such as in-market events, road shows, individual meetings, and on-campus programs. Includes event set-up, execution, and follow-up, working evenings and weekends as needed.
• 10% - Applicant Support & Counseling: Assisting students and families with admissions inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions. Requires consistent internet access and familiarity with admissions systems, working evenings and weekends as needed.
• 15% - Applicant Review & Evaluation: Reviewing and evaluating applications and academic transcripts in accordance with CSU and Humboldt-specific admissions criteria. Requires accuracy and timeliness.
• 10% - Reporting & Training: Participating in regular metrics tracking, admissions reporting, business reviews, and professional development/training sessions.
• 5% - Other Duties as Assigned: May include supporting additional programs or special projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned.
• General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management.
• General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
• Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
• Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews.
• Ability to reason logically.
• Ability to collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.
• Ability to advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi-aged value systems and work accordingly.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts.
• Ability to rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or the equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a job-related field required with a Master's degree preferred.
• Two years of relevant professional experience in a market management, sales, and/or a student services program or related field. A Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Valid CA class C Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with prospective students, families, school staff, and community partners.
• Skilled in presenting a wide range of educational opportunities and clearly explaining complex topics such as CSU admissions and college affordability.
• Culturally sensitive, with experience working with diverse populations, including students of color, low-income students, students with disabilities, and those of different gender identities.
• Able to interact in a supportive and respectful way with students, parents, and school staff in both one-on-one and group settings.
• Quick to learn the structure and programs of Cal Poly Humboldt.
• Able to perform general office tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, internet, and databases.
• Open to learning and using new software tools.

Application Procedure:

To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button: Letter of Interest, Resume or Curriculum Vitae, Contact information for at least three professional references.

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is on Monday, September 29, 2025.