Admissions and Recruitment Specialist - Brown School

Position Summary The Admissions and Recruitment Specialist supports all aspects of the admissions process with a primary focus on recruitment and prospective student outreach, application review and evaluation, admissions counseling, and other activities to engage highly qualified candidates for the Brown School’s graduate degree programs. Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63130 Scheduled Hours 37.5 Primary Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment and Outreach Manage innovative recruitment strategies, territories, and tactics to engage and interact with prospective students. Coordinate recruitment activities and serve as a representative of the Brown School and WashU during independent recruitment trips and in a variety of venues. Develop and maintain proficient knowledge of programs, curriculum, faculty expertise, field education, accreditation, and admissions policies and procedures. Generate leads and cultivate potential graduate students from initial inquiry through matriculation. Serve as a knowledgeable, direct contact for prospective students; interpret policies and procedures and provide resources and guidance throughout the inquiry, application, and admissions process through various channels of communication. Admissions Counseling and Applicant Evaluation Advise and counsel students to assess fit with the Brown School and direction in the program based on goals and interests. Maintain accurate prospective student records in the admissions CRM and assist with reporting needs. Provide independent detailed review of admission materials and make substantive strategic judgments related to admission and scholarship. Assist in coordinating the review process for admission, scholarship, and special programs. Recruitment Planning and Strategy Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute a recruitment plan to support enrollment goals. Independently identify, implement, and assess recruitment strategies, territories, and tactics and provide analysis of recruitment efforts to leadership. Cultivate positive relationships with campus colleagues, faculty, alumni, students, advisors, and other constituents integral to student recruitment efforts. Build and maintain partnerships and affiliations to support recruitment efforts and outreach to target populations such as service corps members, veterans, and underrepresented minority groups. Other projects and duties as assigned. Working Conditions Job Location/Working Conditions The Brown School is an in‑person operation with hybrid flexibility. Office located within the Brown School on the Danforth Campus. Extensive travel and some evening/weekend work required. Ability to travel to on‑and off‑campus locations, conferences, and events as required. Ability to work outside normal office hours as needed. Availability for evening/weekend activities and extended hours during peak seasons. Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table. Equipment Office equipment. Education Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience Relevant Experience (3 Years) Skills Not Applicable Driver's License A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred Qualifications More About This Job Demonstrated commitment to the values of social work, social justice, and social policy. Creativity in outlook and approach to recruitment and marketing. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster productive working relationships with diverse constituencies. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Aptitude to learn quickly and willingness to share knowledge with others. Effective project management, data management, and analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; articulate and dynamic presentation skills. Effective in multiple settings, including large presentations, one‑on‑one meetings, and social gatherings. Highly student‑focused and able to effectively interact with persons from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work and thrive in a team environment, as well as independently and while traveling for extended periods. Ability to remain positive, professional, and effective in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment. Firm understanding of the importance of confidentiality, student privacy, and FERPA. Highly reliable and trustworthy. Ability to travel extensively in the fall and early spring and work occasional evenings/weekends as needed. Education M.S.W. - Master of Social Work Certifications/Professional Licenses No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience Social Work And/Or Admissions, Recruitment, Sales, Marketing, Or Other Relevant (3 Years) Skills Analytical Thinking, Communication, Confidentiality, Database Systems, Deadline Management, Detail‑Oriented, Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA), Graduate Recruitment, Interpersonal Communication, Marketing, Multitasking, Organizing, Personal Initiative, Personal Selling, Prioritization, Proactive Planning, Problem Solving, Project Management, Quantitative Abilities, Relationship Building, Reporting Processes, Student Support Services, Teamwork, Working Independently Grade G10 Salary Range $49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at View phone number on click.appcast.io and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre‑employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis