Regional Recruiter, SC

Virginia Commonwealth University•Richmond, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Recruiter works in the Office of Admissions within the Office of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Admissions, this role leads recruitment and enrollment efforts for primarily undergraduate freshmen and transfer students in the assigned region by developing and implementing student recruitment and marketing plans that support the University’s strategic enrollment goals. The position is based near Charleston, South Carolina; the employee works from a home office, resides in the assigned area, and uses a personal vehicle. Extensive travel is required, including travel to the Richmond campus for major events and training. Trips with total mileage beyond 25 miles are reimbursed, and appropriate hotel and per diem expenses are provided. Weekends and evenings are common and expected. This is a benefited, restricted position with funding currently available for one year; continued employment depends on funding availability. The role is hybrid and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and education.
At least one year of recruitment or admissions experience.
Reside in the assigned area near Charleston, South Carolina, and be able to work from a home office and travel frequently and extensively.
Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, school counselors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Unexpired driver’s license, personal vehicle, and active car insurance.
Ability to obtain and manage a VCU travel card.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or commitment to do so as a VCU staff member.

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a regional recruiter.
Knowledge of the assigned area, school system, and culture.
Knowledge of VCU or prior experience as a VCU student.

Responsibilities

Represent VCU at in-person and virtual recruitment activities for prospective freshmen, transfer students, and their families at high schools, community colleges, and college fairs in the assigned region.
Attend recruitment events and visit high schools and community colleges.
Plan, develop, and organize recruitment activities aligned with the University’s strategic enrollment goals.
Organize and supervise local receptions and other fall events for prospective students, along with spring yield events for accepted students.
Participate in on-campus recruitment events.
Meet with and counsel prospective students and families, in person and virtually, about admissibility to VCU and potential for success at the University.
Correspond with prospective students and their families, including managing electronic recruitment correspondence.
Encourage campus visits and applications for admission, and follow up with students and families about admission and financial aid application status.
Participate in application evaluation, scholarship review, and selection of the incoming class.
Work with the Office of Admissions leadership team on a strategic plan to attract and enroll students from the region.
Partner with the Office of Admissions Transfer Team to support recruitment efforts as needed.
Maintain relationships with VCU Alumni Chapters in the assigned region.
Participate in regional admissions and school counselor associations and build relationships with secondary school counselors, community college counselors, and community-based organization leaders.
Participate actively in university committees.
Work with the Alumni Office to support the local alumni group’s recruitment efforts in the region.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits.
Leave and retirement plans.
Comprehensive health benefits.
Paid annual and holiday leave.
Tuition benefits.
Retirement planning and savings options.
Tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs.
Employee discounts.
Well-being resources.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
Reimbursement for trips with total mileage beyond 25 miles, plus appropriate hotel and per diem expenses.