Job Description
The Admissions Recruiter, under general supervision, identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students. Serves as a mentor, coordinates travel schedules and assignments, and develops recruiting plans. This position is responsible for participation in all aspects of the outreach of high school and transfer college students. This position will provide expertise to implement, develop, and evaluate new student enrollment initiatives for assigned…
student groups, developing recruitment strategies, assisting the department with strategic implementation of recruitment activities by identifying strong recruitment approaches and developing and executing new outreach programs. Work involves but is not limited to; local travel, counseling and guidance of applicants for admissions, and rendering of directional services to high school and colleges.
Responsibilities:
- Identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted, and enrolled, students.
- Develops an effective plan for recruiting in the assigned area(s) and schools.
- Coordinates with high school counselors to facilitate the applications process.
- Tracks and follows up with targeted students and parents.
- Advises prospective students about admissions statuses, policies, and degree programs.
- Develops working relationships with TAMUS members, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction. Disseminates admissions information.
- Conducts on and off campus recruitment events and maintains related records.
- Works directly with applicants and their parents to resolve extenuating circumstances, complaints, and appeals of admissions denials.
- Completes reports on programs/projects. Proposes, organizes, plans and coordinates events including accommodations, itineraries, meals, speakers, and records.
- Coordinates major office programs. Serves on office committees.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One year of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of admissions functions of higher education.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter, References
Starting salary for this position is $3,657.33 monthly and is negotiable depending on education and experience.
