Student Recruitment Specialist

Eastern New Mexico University•Main Campus - Portales, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Fine Arts Student Recruitment Specialist oversees, coordinates, and delivers student recruitment operations for all College of Fine Arts programs. This residential position serves the College of Fine Arts, located on the Eastern New Mexico University Portales campus. The Student Recruitment Specialist is responsible for the effective administration, management, and operation of CFA Student Recruitment Operations.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree
Valid New Mexico Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
Demonstrated technology and computer skills, including Microsoft 365
Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals
Ability to work independently without constant, direct supervision
Ability to read and transmit written and oral directions.
Ability to coordinate the scheduling and leadership of events
Ability to communicate effectively by phone, online, and in person with prospective students
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail; planning and organizational skills; and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze, problem-solve, and formulate and recommend solutions
Highly self-motivated and collaborative

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in one of the CFA disciplines: Art, Music, Theatre, Film, Communication, or a related field
Experience in creating and managing events, including educational and outreach activities and events
Understanding of academic programs in the arts
Ability to lead prospective student engagement initiatives
Proficiency with Social Media platforms
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate student recruitment operations, including visitor services, database management, contacting prospective students, and onboarding new students
Collaboratively develop, implement, maintain, and review the CFA student recruitment plan.
Create and manage the CFA’s database of prospective students and engagement
Create and manage data for the recruitment, acceptance, and onboarding of new CFA students
Facilitate communication between CFA faculty and prospective students
Liaise with ENMU enrollment services
Act as a liaison to, and maintain a positive relationship with, teachers, administrators, and counselors at K-12 schools and two-year collegiate programs in New Mexico and west Texas
Travel to schools and college fairs, display marketing materials, collect contact information from, and develop ongoing relationships with prospective students and their families
Coordinate and provide visitor services, including tours, workshops, and other events
Collaboratively manage on-campus recruitment activity through departmental events: ArtFest, DramaFest, JazzFest, Men’s Choir Festival, visitation days, Hound for a Day, etc.
Oversee and manage the CFA’s marketing display materials and marketing collateral.
Coordinate marketing and promotion of CFA programs in the community, including social media.
Regular and predictable attendance required
Perform other related duties as assigned