FTIC In-State Recruiter

University of South Florida•Saint Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

The FTIC In-State Recruiter is a highly skilled professional that recruits FTIC students on behalf of the University of South Florida to meet specific enrollment targets. This role will manage their recruitment territory and provide customer service to students and parents throughout the admissions process, travel to secondary schools, attend college fairs to meet with counselors, parents, and prospective USF students and maintain those relationships. Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts. About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu. Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor's degree; additional experience of two (2) years or more in related fields is optional
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to build collaborative relationships.
Decision-making skills.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Interpersonal skills and judgment.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing a recruitment plan to implement and meet specific enrollment goals for FTIC.
Manage an assigned recruitment territory by attending outreach activities in collaboration with high school representatives and community partners including long distance driving to rural sites and overnight travel.
Participate in the development, implementation, and communication of the on-boarding process and completion of success steps for prospective students.
Provide back up support to the Customer Success Reps by managing the front desk as needed to handle walk-in customer support and provide customer service to students and parents throughout the admissions process.
Assist in email queues, provide occasional backup phone support to the call center, manage outreach to students to help with document collection and completion.
Attend college fairs, high schools, and on-campus recruitment admissions events across all three campuses to build relationships with prospective students, applicants, counselors, and parents.
Provide admissions guidance through information sessions, presentations and meetings with students, families, and counselors through in-person and group settings and act as a point of contact.
Analyze data to determine marketing effectiveness and impact on applicants and enrollment objectives for targeted populations.
Develops and utilizes various reports and dashboards to aid in decision making and support the recruitment team.
Compile and analyze statistical data for routine, periodic, and ad hoc reports.
Prepare regular recruitment activity reports, statistical analyses, and enrollment projections.
Build and maintain relationships with college counselors on behalf of USF.
Collaborate with university faculty and staff, departments, and community partners to reach enrollment goals.
Maintain effective communication and provide admissions guidance to students.
Other duties as assigned.