Recruiter

University of Arkansas•Texarkana, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recruiter works as a member of the Student Services division reporting to the Dean of Enrollment Management. This position serves as the primary college recruiter and coordinates student recruitment efforts with other student services offices, instructional divisions and the College Relations and Marketing office.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree
Excellent computer skills required with strong background in Microsoft Office applications
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a strong background in written and oral communications
Exhibits qualities essential to being a team player
Committed to providing exceptional service to students, staff, other educational entities and the public
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and occasionally on weekends
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive a College vehicle
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Works directly with the Dean of Enrollment Management and the Director of Student Relations in coordinating and implementing the student recruitment activities of the College
Maintains effective contacts with area high school counselors, teachers, principals, and prospective students, serving as an information liaison between the College and these persons
Coordinates the College’s program of high school visitation and coordinates the College’s representation at all major career days and college nights scheduled by area high schools and other groups within the College’s 26 high school service area
Assists prospective students by providing admissions counseling, including applications for admission and financial aid, and other admission areas as they arise
Assists advisors with student advisement for undecided majors and/or students who are required to take academic skills courses in preparation for college-level course work
Arranges and/or conducts campus tours for prospective students
Maintains an accurate record-keeping system of all recruiting activities and efforts for use in evaluating on-going recruiting programs
Works cooperatively with other staff members in Student Services, especially the Enrollment Management, Student Relations, Registrar, and Financial Aid offices, and the instructional divisions who are involved in student recruitment
Assists in the planning and implementation of Freshman Orientation
Serves on College committees as requested by the Dean of Enrollment Management or Vice Chancellor for Student Services.
Performs other duties that are deemed necessary by the Dean of Enrollment Management, Vice Chancellor for Student Services or the Chancellor