Admissions Recruiter

New College of Florida•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

The Admissions Recruiter serves as New College of Florida’s regional representative, carrying out outreach, recruitment, and yield initiatives across an assigned territory. The recruiter works within the admissions team hierarchy and collaborates with the Assistant Director and Associate Director for guidance, supervision, and territory planning, while aligning work with strategic goals set by the Associate Director and Director of Undergraduate Admissions. The role requires strategic planning, adaptability for extensive travel, and clear communication with leadership to support territory coverage, growth, and consistent follow-up. The recruiter provides counseling to prospective students and families, represents NCF at educational institutions and community organizations, and develops relationships that strengthen the college’s visibility and engagement. The role also includes application review, CRM recordkeeping, territory planning, event coordination, travel and budget administration, reporting, and participation in campus and team activities. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future. NCF is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to non-discrimination in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Previous college admissions or recruitment experience.
Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM or similar systems.
Experience serving complex territories or managing large-scale travel schedules for higher education recruitment.
Familiarity with the State University System of Florida.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or English and Creole.

Responsibilities

Provide admissions and scholarship counseling to prospective students and families.
Conduct preliminary reviews of applications from assigned territories.
Record and maintain applicant information, inquiries, and follow-up communications in Slate CRM.
Represent NCF at high schools, community colleges, and educational organizations, serving as a main contact for students, parents, and counselors.
Develop annual territory management plans with goals for school visits, applications, and partnership development.
Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors, dual-enrollment coordinators, and community leaders.
Partner with local organizations, including regional counselor associations, on events.
Manage travel logistics, event registration, and assigned-area budgets, and submit reports on time.
Attend and assist with campus events such as Preview Days, Open Houses, and Admitted Student Days.
Coordinate local yield and counselor events with the Associate Director to ensure strategic timing and outreach.
Submit biweekly activity reports summarizing travel, events, and student interactions.
Participate in team meetings as necessary.
Collaborate with other Recruiters to balance travel coverage and maximize recruitment visibility across the state.
Follow institutional, regulatory, and ethical standards in communications and documentation.
Maintain professionalism, reliability, and time management while managing independent travel and event schedules.
Perform other duties as assigned.