Recruiting Coordinator (TN/OK/LA State Rep)

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary • Fort Worth, TX

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Office at Texas Baptist College and Southwestern Seminary is a dynamic and service-oriented office looking for an experienced who is mission-centered with a strong commitment to Southwestern's values. The Recruitment Coordinator (TN/OK/LA) is responsible for representing Southwestern in his/her assigned state territory and communicating Southwestern programs and value proposition to prospective students.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in higher education administration, student personnel, student development, or related field is preferred.
• Current enrollment or alumni from SWBTS or TBC is preferred so that the recruiter can fully speak about our educational programs, experience and outcomes.
• Experience in enrollment management, recruiting, office coordination, program management preferred.
• Fluency in bilingual speaking abilities (English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Mandarin) is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong work ethic and initiative; ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Exemplary social skills with an ability to be a part of and contribute to a collaborative team, manage conflicts, and demonstrate love and appreciation for cross-cultural interaction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly and simply articulate the value propositions of SWBTS, its degree programs, and the specific requirements for completing the application process.
• Proficiency in admission-related technologies (Microsoft Office); previous experience with data management software (Slate CRM databases) preferred.
• Evening and weekend work is required during large-scale events and peak Admission seasons.
• Ability to provide proof of Work Authorization in the U.S. and proof of identity.
• Successful completion of background check, MVR, and credit check may be required.
• Requires seminary driving of golf carts or licensed vehicles which require a valid driver’s license and successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Report (Driving Record).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and move about to the office to interact with other staff members.
• Ability to use a computer and near-visual acuity in reading written documents and statistical data.
• Exchanges information by telephone, computer, in writing and in person.
• Ability to traverse physical locations for meetings and talk to groups while doing so.
• Moderate Lifting - Occasionally transports 20-30lbs of parts and equipment across short distances by various means (e.g., carrying by hand, cart) to set up for tabling events.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a representative of Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College via Admissions Office.
• Develops and travels to high-quality recruiting events in the assigned territory, including but not limited to college fairs, high schools, conferences, state conventions, and youth gatherings, to accomplish recruitment objectives.
• Cultivates relationships with prospective students via tele-counseling, emails, text messages, and in-person meetings, and leads applicants through the initial phases of the enrollment process to full-time enrollment at the Fort Worth campus.
• Works closely with faculty, staff, and administration to plan and organize admissions events, initiatives, meetings, and training sessions, including but not limited to Preview Day, Texas Baptist New Student Dinner, Student Orientation and Registration, and other events as needed.
• Networks with local ministry leaders, local churches, and partner organizations to expand awareness for Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College.
• Maintains accurate prospect and applicant records within the admissions database/CRM system and tracks on recruitment activities and outcomes to support data-informed decision-making.
• Attains funnel goals semester by semester by developing and executing innovative recruiting strategies for Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College.
• Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth in leadership and ministry effectiveness.
• Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility.
• Assists the Department head in developing key relationships with prospects and denominational leaders that will help the program grow.
• Works in conjunction with the admissions office’s strategy and tasks related to Admissions operations, communications, administration, and resource coordination.

Benefits

• Reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so they may perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the institution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level