GA for Graduate Admissions

Campbellsville University

About The Position

The Graduate Admissions team at Campbellsville University is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Assistant (GA) to support the growing demands of student recruitment, personalized communication, event coordination, and other various tasks. This role will play a pivotal part in advancing CU’s enrollment goals by engaging with prospective students, families, and schools while supporting the logistical and operational needs of the admissions team.

Requirements

Enrollment in a graduate program at Campbellsville University.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Willingness to travel for recruitment events and work occasional evenings or weekends.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in event coordination, admissions, or customer service is a plus.

Responsibilities

Recruitment Support Assist in coordinating and hosting campus visits, including individual and group tours, ensuring a welcoming and informative experience for prospective students and their families.
Participate in recruitment travel to high-yield counties and mid-level activity regions, supporting events such as FAFSA Days, presentations, and college fairs.
Represent CU at recruitment events, engaging with school counselors, students, and families to build strong relationships and promote CU programs.
Event Coordination Help plan and execute high-impact recruitment events, ensuring smooth logistics and effective communication with attendees.
Collaborate with the admissions team to schedule, manage, and follow up on visits and events in key recruitment areas.
Personalized Communication Assist with ongoing communication efforts, including: Sending individualized texts, emails, and follow-ups to prospective students and families.
Conducting outreach through phone calls to maintain student interest and answer inquiries.
Coordinating mass communications, such as weekly text campaigns and event reminders.
Work with the team to develop tailored strategies for engaging students from high-yield and high-conversion regions.
Data Management and Analysis Track recruitment data to identify trends and opportunities for targeted outreach.
Maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions, visits, and event attendance to support the admissions team’s decision-making process.
Team Collaboration Serve as a liaison between admissions and other departments, including athletics, financial aid, and academic programs, to ensure prospective students receive comprehensive support.
Support communication efforts with counselors and coaches to strengthen CU’s recruitment network.