Admissions Recruiter

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire an Admissions Recruiter. The Admissions Recruiter is responsible for the recruitment and evaluation of students within a designated recruitment territory. The primary responsibility is marketing the University’s academic programs to students from high schools and technical high schools through presentations, personal visits, telephone, text messaging and e‑mail communications. This position is also responsible for overseeing the student ambassador program, which involves managing the visit schedule and training and supervising student staff. Responsibilities further include running reports under the direction of the Director of Admissions. In addition, the candidate will participate in recruitment activities on campus including personal interviews and tours, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, Summer Institutes, and may represent the University at various campus and community functions as assigned. Evening and weekend hours and extensive travel in and out of state are required. The role works closely with all members of the Admissions team and maintains relationships with faculty and enrollment‑related offices, particularly acting as the liaison between the Admissions Office and Athletic Staff. The position will also maintain relations with school counseling throughout the recruitment territories. The salary for this position is $45,300.32 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits (UMPSA Single Page Benefits) include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs. Essential Duties/ Responsibilities (Note: The University reserves the right to change or assign additional duties as necessary.) Recruit freshmen by effectively managing geographic territories, scheduling and performing recruitment presentations at schools, college fairs or other appropriate locations and events; and conducting informational meetings and interviews. Provide educational counseling and advising to prospective traditional and non‑traditional undergraduate and graduate students and their families. Rate prospective students according to the likelihood of their eventual enrollment and effectively guide prospective students through the application process from inquiry to enrollment. Manage administrative time to include developing and maintaining a travel schedule that supports the marketing initiatives, data entry of contacts (inquiries and prospective students) in appropriate electronic databases, conferring with admissions staff, and restocking of travel materials. Perform virtual recruitment presentations and events. Run regular and ad hoc reports under the guidance of the Director of Admissions. Maintain sufficient office hours to function as an active, informed member of the UMFK staff. Coordinate regular contact with prospective students with appropriate faculty members and administrators. Other similar duties as assigned. Required Knowledge and Skills Strong planning and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to positively represent the University of Maine at Fort Kent to the public at large. Excellent verbal and written skills, including public speaking; able to work independently and as a member of a team; high level of initiative; outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/deadlines; an outgoing, positive, professional manner; ability to connect, motivate, and inspire people, especially youth; perseverance; attention to detail; ability to relate to a diverse pool of prospective college students with tact, diplomacy and discretion; and computer literacy required. Knowledge of the admissions process, proficiency in a foreign language (other than English), and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and relational databases preferred. Related enrollment management, sales or marketing experience preferred. Required Qualifications Recruiter: Associates degree and required knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above. Position Requirements Extensive overnight travel (roughly 50% of the time) that will frequently require being away from home for long periods of time. Working and driving for extended periods of time and ability to load, unload, transport and assemble display materials. Valid, unrestricted state driver's license and ability to travel internationally. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). 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