Admissions Recruiter AS9665

Position Overview

The Admissions Recruiter reports directly to the Assistant Director of Admissions and plays a vital role in the recruitment and enrollment of prospective students. This position manages a defined travel territory and is responsible for meeting territory-specific enrollment goals through outreach, travel, and student engagement. The Recruiter supports the planning and execution of yield events designed to convert admitted students to enrolled students, while engaging in significant outreach via phone, email, and text communication. Schedule: Evening and weekend work may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Assistant Director of Admissions in planning and implementing key yield events and admitted student programming.
• Work in a sales-like admissions and prospect management approach for a designated recruitment territory to achieve enrollment and net revenue goals.
• Engage in heavy phone outreach, supplemented by personal emails, notes, individual appointments, and group presentations.
• Plan and execute prospective student recruitment activities involving extensive outreach and travel.
• Perform directive counseling for individuals and groups, including evening and weekend work and telemarketing.
• Become knowledgeable about all aspects of Stetson University, including academic programs, campus events, orientation, athletics, housing, financial aid, billing, college policy, and important dates.
• Cultivate, engage, qualify, and close prospective students through sustained communication.
• Qualify conversations and generate actionable next steps such as application submission, enrollment deposit, FAFSA completion, housing application, and registration.
• Determine the optimal follow-up for hot prospects by leveraging both printed/web information and insights from the campus community.
• Lead group information sessions and conduct one-on-one meetings with parents and prospective students to facilitate the application process.
• Conduct campus tours for prospective students.
• Review received application materials, determine acceptance, and inform students regarding scholarship awards.
• Evaluate applicant files for acceptance and present recommendations to the admissions committee, including scholarship considerations.
• Make financial aid packaging and depth-sounding calls.
• Perform other site- and position-specific functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a naturally persuasive, creative problem solver who thrives in an upbeat environment with non-standard and varied working hours.
• Must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented with superior presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow direction, manage multiple priorities, and achieve goals.
• Excellence in oral and written communication, with the ability to present information concisely and compellingly.
• Ability to work effectively in an entrepreneurial environment committed to high performance and growth.
• Proven ability to collaborate as a team member and foster collegial relationships with diverse constituencies.
• Strong computer skills and experience with database management.
• Competency in data collection and analysis related to market trends, competition, and admissions statistics.
• Availability to work regular hours as well as nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Physical stamina for standing, walking, light lifting (5-10 lbs), extended keyboard use, and other perceptual tasks.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred; high school diploma is required.
• Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where hard work and resourcefulness are valued.
• Resourcefulness, fresh ideas, collaboration, teamwork, and a positive attitude.
• Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and exhibit grace under pressure.
• In-depth knowledge of Stetson University’s academic programs, campus events, orientation, athletics, housing, financial aid, billing, and policies.
• High energy level and a willingness to travel extensively when required.

Benefits & Perks

• Professional office environment with air conditioning/heat and a formal dress code.
• Majority of work performed on a laptop/PC in a low noise setting.
• Compensation: Pay Grade: 5.
• Work authorization sponsorship may be available based on current U.S. immigration regulations and institutional policies.