"Recruitment Coordinator"

Job Details

Recruitment Coordinator
Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
JR10002090

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Position Title: Recruitment Coordinator

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Adm & Rctmt Coord II

Job Duties: The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee College of Health Professions and Sciences (CHPS) invites applications for a full-time Recruitment Coordinator, Nursing Programs, position. Applicants must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and relate well to a broad audience working toward a goal of attracting, admitting, and enrolling in a talented, diverse student body. Superb organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, excellent follow-through, ability to work with a team and independently, and an aptitude for detail-oriented tasks are essential. Priority will be given to candidates who have experience in student recruitment. Some evening and weekend travel/work required.

The primary function of the Recruitment Coordinator, Nursing Programs, is to co-lead the management, communication, facilitation and evaluation of recruitment activities for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. The Recruitment Coordinator provides leadership in student recruitment growth and quality improvement for recruitment activities. The Recruitment Coordinator will maintain thorough knowledge of their assigned academic health programs.

Estimated percentage of time: 90% recruitment and outreach; 10% administration.

Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee campus. Hybrid work options (minimum of 3 business days on campus each week) may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission
• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students
• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities
• May supervise staff and/or lead a program area
• Reviews, evaluates, and responds to student applications according to established policies and procedures
• Identifies opportunities for and develops admissions and outreach events
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution

Department: The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, health care administration, nursing, and rehabilitation sciences serving 2300+ students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand, which has enabled us to establish a distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovation for southeastern Wisconsin. Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends.

Compensation: This is a full-time position. The target hiring range is $50,000-$55,000 per year. Final salary offers contingent upon skills, knowledge, and abilities as demonstrated throughout the selection process.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (degree must be granted by date of hire).
• Recruitment or sales experience.
• Evidence of excellent written communication skills and attention to detail (based on evaluation of submitted application materials).
• Experience organizing and facilitating individual and group presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• Experience recruiting students within a higher education setting.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite and CRM software (such as Slate, Hobsons Radius, Banner, etc.).

How to Apply: Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and detailed resume that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications. PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need be uploaded to the same area in the application. Additional documents submitted aside from a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide a 10-minute presentation on a topic of their choice during their final interview. Finalist candidates(s) must also provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply electronically by the application deadline date of August 28, 2025. Questions about this position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at prowse@uwm.edu.