Job Details

Department: Undergraduate Admissions

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: $19.06/hr

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8-5 (Some evening and weekend hours)

Job Story

Endless possibilities await you! Wichita State is ready for you to recruit and enroll transfer students to help maintain our distinction as the #1 transfer institution in Kansas for 14 consecutive years. Do you thrive on making a difference and helping students see the next step towards their dreams? You came to the right place! This is an opportunity where you can be part of a team working with our transferring students, in all the ways they come to us. You will be meeting students and giving presentations at community colleges, tech colleges & other establishments to show them the world WSU has to offer.

Job Summary

Primarily responsible for recruiting prospective students from a set territory. In addition, may serve as the lead recruiter for certain high schools and/or community colleges.

Essential Functions

Recruits students in designated schools and geographic regions, which includes follow-up with recruits by phone, mail and other personal communications streams to meet weekly and monthly recruiting goals. Develops and implements recruitment programming for students, parents, and counselors. Works with campus departments to coordinate recruitment programs. Represents the University at specified schools, college and community fairs, public presentations, and/or seminars outside or the normal recruitment territory. Contributes to overall recruitment efforts for the University, particularly in areas outside or direct responsibility. Facilitates office coverage and participates in on and off campus recruitment programs, including group presentations; greets walk-in and scheduled visitors; maintains knowledge of all facets of the University. Markets scholarships and participates in selections process when appropriate. Manages budgets related to program and visit expenditures. Reconciles monthly statements and billings from assigned programs and/or visits.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education, business or related field
• One (1) year of experience in recruiting, admissions or related field