Admissions Recruiter

About the role

This position provides administrative leadership and management of student recruiting activities for the University's academic programming. It involves engaging in various recruiting activities such as regional and national travel, high school visits, career fairs, portfolio reviews, and recruitment events. The role also entails providing general information about academic programs and ensuring prospective students are informed about admissions processes, housing, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Represent Ferris State University at college fairs, portfolio days, high schools, career technical centers, community college visits, recruitment events, and other related activities, both locally and nationally.
• Plan and manage a recruiting territory, including outreach to prospective students, educators, and supporters.
• Counsel prospective students and their families on the admissions process, academic programs, housing, scholarships, financial aid, and campus life.
• Prepare and present recruitment-related communications, including written and oral presentations, to a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Utilize phone, email, and CRM tools to maintain communication with prospective students.
• Organize and participate in on-campus recruitment events and student orientations.
• Assist in maintaining the student recruitment database, tracking prospects, admits, and enrollees, and generating reports as necessary.
• Provide leadership in the planning and execution of recruitment strategies within assigned territory that align with the division’s mission and goals.
• Participate in committees and collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators on recruitment issues and strategies.
• Travel extensively, including overnight stays, evenings, and weekends, to attend recruitment events, fairs, and visits.
• Operate a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience in student recruitment, marketing, public relations, or customer relations.

Qualifications

• A degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field.
• Previous experience in college admissions and recruitment.
• Familiarity with Ferris State University’s academic programs and mission.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Experience in using CRM platforms and recruitment tools.

Skills and Abilities

• Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel when necessary and manage travel expenses in accordance with university policies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
• Organizational skills and creative initiative to manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Ability to critically evaluate student artwork/portfolios.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and judgment in administrative matters.