Recruiter I

Job Title


Recruiter I

Department


Undergraduate Recruitment


Salary


$44,511 - $54,526; commensurate with experience


Job Summary/Basic Function


Recruit students from high schools and community colleges across the state of Tennessee. Counsel prospective students and their parents, represent students and their parents, represent MTSU at high school recruiting events, and serve as liaison with faculty and staff involved in the admissions process. Extensive travel; occasional evening, weekend and extended work hours required. Activities include cultivate and develop relationships with high school counselors, principals, community college counselors and other persons who influence college enrollment decisions.


Required Education


Bachelor's degree required.


Required Related Experience


Entry level position. No experience required.


Required License/Registration/Certification


Valid drivers license required. A DMV background check will be conducted prior to the hiring decision.


Desirable Related Experience


Previous work experience in higher education preferred.


Documents Needed to Apply


Cover Letter & Resume Required


MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.


Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.


For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by September 9, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of June 23, 2026