Admissions Recruiter, Regional

Department: Undergraduate Admissions Campus Location: Dallas, TX Hire Type: Full Time Pay: $43,000/yr, with potential slight adjustment based on experience Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8-5 (Some evening and weekend hours) Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement. Job Story Do you love meeting new people, traveling, and helping students find their perfect college home? We’re looking for an energetic, organized, and passionate professionals. Someone who is ready to hit the road, paint a picture in students’ minds about how WSU's story can and will and make a real impact their lives. Being personable, relatable & eager to strike up a conversation with others is top of mind when we think about our team as well as a new member would be successful in this role. You will need great time management skills as this position is on the go much of the time either with recruiting events, presentations, appointments with students or other daily activities. Knowing the market & trends for students, what’s important to them in their education & what WSU has to offer is where your passion shines in connecting the dots for them. Maintaining your relationships with local schools & other recruiters as well as the students/families you meet is crucial. You are the first impression of the University they have & we want it to be a good one. That’s why we need your amazing personality & work ethic! Recruit from the comfort of your community (& home in Dallas/Fort Worth area) while working for a leading urban-serving public university in the nation. At WSU you are not just recruiting—you’re helping students find their future. Apply today! This is a hybrid position as a WSU employee working/residing in the Dallas/Ft Worth Metro area requiring regular attendance at area schools/events. Job Summary Primarily responsible for recruiting prospective students from a set territory outside of Kansas. In addition, serves as the lead recruiter for certain high schools and/or community colleges. Essential Functions Recruits students outside of Kansas 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 of the normal recruitment territory. Contributes to overall recruitment efforts for the University, particularly in areas outside of 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. Job Duties Regional recruiter is responsible for representing the university and working with prospective students in their area. Going into various schools and fairs passing out publications and answering questions about the university and the enrollment process. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in education, business or related field One (1) year of experience in recruiting, admissions or related field Required License/Certifications/Training Valid drivers license in state of residence Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to gain knowledge of all facets of WSU student life & admissions/enrollment processes, and communicate accordingly with constituents. Commitment to diversity with successful experience working with diverse populations. Obtain functional knowledge of Office of Admissions procedures, processes, and protocols. Knowledgeable to work with WSU’s information systems & understand the functioning of admissions data. Have a sense of belonging with the team and contribute to existing team. Capable of self‑directed time management with limited supervision to complete needed duties both for scheduled events with local area schools & WFH settings. Physical Requirements Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. Ability to drive state vehicle. #J-18808-Ljbffr WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY