Enrollment Outreach & Admissions Specialist

Job Summary

The David Eccles School of Business is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and relationship-driven Enrollment Outreach & Admissions Specialist to support enrollment growth across MBA programs. This role combines strategic outreach, recruitment, partnership development, and admissions counseling to build and convert prospective student pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Outreach & Pipeline Development
• Build and manage prospective student pipelines through proactive outreach and relationship cultivation.
• Develop prospect lists and outreach strategies rather than relying solely on inbound inquiries.
• Identify and engage career-transition candidates, promotion-ready professionals, and prospective students seeking career advancement opportunities.
• Lead outreach efforts for delayed admissions candidates and re-engage inactive or deferred applicants.
• Support long-term enrollment pipeline development through strategic follow-up campaigns and outreach initiatives.
• Utilize LinkedIn, professional networking platforms, and CRM tools to identify and engage high-potential prospective students.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective students through personalized digital engagement and one-on-one outreach.
• Coordinate and present at information sessions, webinars, Preview Days, networking events, and other recruitment activities.
• Develop innovative outreach and engagement opportunities that create early connection points with prospective students before formal inquiry.
• Build relationships with employer partners, alumni, professional organizations, chambers, and community groups to expand awareness and recruitment opportunities.
• Attend networking functions, employer events, and community engagement opportunities to strengthen enrollment pipelines and increase program visibility.
• Support outreach initiatives focused on executive, professional, military-affiliated, and veteran student populations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and graduate programs on partnership and outreach opportunities that support enrollment growth.
• Admissions & Enrollment Management
• Engage with prospective students through phone, Zoom, in-person meetings, email, and events to build relationships and guide candidates through the admissions process.
• Gather, track, and manage leads and prospective student activity within Salesforce CRM.
• Conduct personalized meetings with prospective students to discuss educational goals, application readiness, and program fit.
• Contact prospective students who have started applications to encourage completion and provide ongoing support throughout the admissions cycle.
• Oversee the application process to ensure accuracy and completeness of submitted materials.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to evaluate applications and identify qualified candidates.
• Provide individualized counseling and support to prospective students navigating the admissions process.
• Partner with the Office of Graduate Admissions to resolve application issues, support international applicants, and ensure a seamless admissions experience.
• Afford additional support as needed to support enrollment, admissions, and onboarding priorities.

Work Environment And Level Of Frequency

• Environment: The role is based in a shared, open workspace designed to encourage active communication, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Nearly Continuously: In-person, open-office environment with regular interaction and collaboration among students, faculty, prospective students, and team members.
• Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency That May Be Required: Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, and talking. Often: Repetitive hand motions (such as typing), walking, bending, reaching overhead, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Preferences

• Special Instructions: Requisition Number: PRN45352B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday, on-site at the University of Utah. Occasional evenings or weekends may be required to support classes, events, networking functions, or recruitment activities. This role is not eligible for hybrid or remote work and is considered an essential campus position supporting faculty, staff, students, and prospective students in person.

Department

00033 - Executive Education

Location

Campus

Pay Rate Range

$54,000 to $62,000