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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

University Recruiter-Alpine

Alpine, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$37K/yr - $37K/yr

2+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a University Recruiter-Alpine to join their Enrollment Management team. The role involves managing recruitment efforts, marketing university programs, and ensuring successful communication with prospective students to meet enrollment goals.

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Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the Sul Ross State University Admissions team and manages a recruitment territory; markets University programs to prospective students, businesses, community groups, and other targeted audiences; attends college fairs and other on/off campus recruitment events/presentations

Extensive local/out of town travel and prospect management within assigned regional territory; ensures the University is properly reserved for upcoming events

Ensures successful management of assigned students by utilizing the University CRM to upload admissions documents received; notates any/all interactions for reference

Consistent and strategic communication, including but not limited to in-person or virtual appointments, phone calls, direct mail, or email to encourage applications for admission and ultimately enrollment

Counsel’s prospective applicants on the admissions process and provides basic financial aid information; responds with accuracy and immediacy to the needs of the prospect

Completes routine office work and reports related to recruitment; works closely with Admissions Operations to ensure that submitted admissions documents are processed for acceptance purposes

Attends Admissions team staff meetings and may serve on committees as needed or as directed by immediate supervisor

Must be cross trained in the enrollment process for all student populations and provide coverage, as needed, so that recruitment events are not cancelled or delayed

Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the University; includes trainings and/or conferences

Working hours may include evenings, holidays or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events

Displays a clear understanding of the requirements of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), regarding the privacy of student records and general information. Maintain the confidentiality of all conversations, incidents, and information processed and maintained by the University

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others and must exercise due caution and always practice safe work habits

Qualification

Enrollment services experiencePublic speakingAdmissions guidelinesBachelor's degreePC operation knowledgeCustomer serviceWork under stressFluency in English/SpanishOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree

A strong commitment to the mission of Sul Ross State University

Must have at least two years of experience with enrollment services in any of these areas: Admissions, Financial Aid, or Recruitment; experience working in higher education or with college students; ability to drive and/or travel as needed; public speaking experience to large and small groups

General knowledge of college admissions guidelines and procedures in higher education recruitment; knowledge of PC operation and software programs (Banner, Imaging, Microsoft Office, etc.) with strong verbal, written and organizational skills, and public speaking (small and large groups); ability to plan and implement recruitment events in an organized and efficient manner; able to sit and use the computer for long periods of time; able to provide exceptional customer service via telephone, email and chat professionally

Some weekend work may be required. Must be able to work under stress, work independently and as a team member, and able to deal with people in a professional manner

Current driver's license and driving record acceptable to the university must be maintained as a condition of employment

Must have personal transportation

Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends