Regional Recruiter

Job Description Regional Recruiter for Northeast Recruitment responsible for undergraduate student recruitment within the Northeast region, including the New York metro area and New England. The role focuses on recruitment travel in the assigned territory and reviewing applications for other regions in the college’s primary markets. Responsibilities Recruit and enroll students from researched markets in the Northeast region. Represent Virginia Tech at college fairs, high school visits, CBO and IEC presentations, spring college nights, college summer camps, etc. Evaluate assigned applications and aid in the yield of admitted students. Maintain extensive personal contact with prospects, parents, counselors, and other educational professionals in person, by phone, e‑mail, and social media. Arrange off‑campus recruitment and yield programs and receptions. Co‑manage programs that contribute to the overall success of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions recruitment efforts, such as alumni and parent admissions events, CBO outreach, counselor luncheons, counselor tours, and social media campaigns. Work independently and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Travel extensively across the Northeast territory and attend recruitment programs throughout the region; attend up to 4–6 trips to Blacksburg for training, updates, and on‑campus programs. Will be required to work evening and weekend hours and stand or walk for extended periods. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Several years of experience in an undergraduate admission office. Effective time‑management, organizational, and analytical skills to monitor territory development. Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and public‑speaking experience. Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Word and Excel. Willingness and ability to travel extensively and visit campus. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Strong experience with event planning and service to students and parents. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willing and able to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends; able to stand, walk, and lift up to forty (40) pounds. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree. Experience with high schools, community colleges, independent counselor groups, and community‑based organizations in the Northeast territory. Regional counselor experience. Experience with CRM, Microsoft tools, and Google Apps suite. Knowledge of current recruiting trends and professional standards and codes of ethics (e.g., NACAC’s Statement of Principles of Good Practices). Proficiency in written and spoken foreign language. Salary and Hours Minimum starting salary of $70,000. 40+ hours per week. Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. EEO Statement Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Samantha Boyd at View email address on click.appcast.io during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. #J-18808-Ljbffr