Admissions Representative

More than perhaps any other factor, the degree to which a university attracts and retains qualified students determines the success or failure of that institution. The Enrollment Management division is a key player in this activity and has a profound effect on the institution’s success. Enrollment Management (EM) includes the following functional units: Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate Enrollment Management, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Office of the University Registrar, Student Lifecycle Technology, Enrollment Marketing Communications, and Enrollment Management Services. The division is committed to developing a data-informed, forward-looking, comprehensive enrollment strategy that enables the institution to pursue strategic goals in an integrated and intentional manner. A key member of the admissions team, the Wichita Regional Admissions Representative must have a passion for the University of Kansas, be highly-motivated, goal-oriented and have the ability to articulate the values and objectives of the University of Kansas to attract, recruit, admit and enroll a high-quality student population to meet the enrollment goals of KU. The admissions team is highly trained in university information and recruitment tactics to provide the highest level of service and understanding of students from various backgrounds, interests and experiences. This position combines people-facing responsibilities with effective management of administrative tasks. It reports to the Assistant Director of Freshmen Recruitment. Duties include communicating daily and building relationships with prospective students and families, school counselors, managing correspondence, coordinating recruitment responsibilities, and organizing a travel schedule. Admissions representatives interpret data to tailor outreach efforts to students in assigned territories to elevate KU’s market position and profile. Extensive travel, evenings, and weekends may be required. Job Description 75% Recruitment and Territory Management Utilize in-person and digital strategies to recruit prospective students in a defined territory, meeting and exceeding goals. Analyze data and past productivity to develop, implement, and assess recruitment plans in the assigned territory. Communicate KU academic programs, processes, and services to prospective students and families using the institutional recruitment philosophy. Advise students and families on admission and scholarship requirements and transfer guidelines. Manage multiple communication channels and provide timely responses to prospective students and families. Maintain Outlook calendar for travel, meetings, expense reports, and other operations. Provide recruitment reports and territory application progress to leadership. Manage an assigned recruitment budget. Other duties as assigned. 15% Recruitment Programming and Participation Deliver in-person and virtual presentations to prospective students, families, and high school counselors. Participate in event programming such as college fairs and information nights to develop a student pipeline. Assist in planning and executing off-campus and on-campus admissions events. Serve in an on-call capacity for general admissions email and phone inquiries. Plan and execute individual meetings virtually and in person within residential and assigned territories. Participate in regional admissions organization events and programs to expand KU presence. 10% Strategic Planning, Reporting and Training Consult with recruitment leadership on strategies, messaging, and presentations. Participate in and occasionally lead on-campus training and events; travel to the Lawrence campus when necessary. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by department leadership. Position Requirements Valid/current driver’s license or ability to obtain one at the time of appointment. A residential office based in the Wichita metro area is required. Ability to travel by automobile or plane to assigned cities or regions. Overnight travel and occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Required Qualifications Strong written communication skills. Experience in presentation. Bachelor’s degree. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with the Wichita area and the state of Kansas. Graduate of the University of Kansas. Experience at the University of Kansas Office of Admissions or a related office. Experience with academic programs and support services at the University of Kansas. Ability to work with diverse student populations. Experience in strategic student recruitment from inquiry through application. Experience in a data-oriented, results-driven admissions or related office. Professional experience in admissions, higher education, public relations, marketing, or advertising. Ability to effectively organize time and tasks. Experience working in teams in a fast-paced environment at the University of Kansas. One year (or more) of professional experience; graduate assistantship/internship work counted as half-year each. Additional Candidate Instructions In addition to the online application, the following documents are required: Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Resume. List of three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered. Application review begins July 6, 2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Benefits Generous time off. Retirement matching. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Wellness incentives. Tuition reimbursement. Remote Work This is a remote position that requires occasional on-campus recruiting. Applicants must be located in the Wichita area or be willing to relocate prior to the start date. Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota. Candidates from eligible states are invited to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr