Graduate Programs Coordinator

About the Role

Pfeiffer University seeks a relationship-driven and results-oriented Graduate Programs Coordinator to recruit, advise, and enroll prospective graduate students. The Graduate Programs Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for assigned graduate programs, guiding prospective students through the enrollment process from inquiry to matriculation.

This position is responsible for:

• Developing recruitment partnerships
• Managing a prospective student pipeline
• Evaluating applications
• Executing enrollment strategies that support institutional growth

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with prospective students, employers, academic partners, and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment partnerships
• Manage a prospective student pipeline
• Evaluate applications
• Execute enrollment strategies that support institutional growth

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• One to three years of admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, sales, advising, customer service, or relationship-building experience preferred
• Experience working with adult learners, graduate students, or professional populations is desirable

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience utilizing CRM systems, databases, and technology tools to manage recruitment activities
• Ability to analyze recruitment data and recommend strategies for continuous improvement
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to providing outstanding student-centered service
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

• Paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Tuition Remission
• Tuition Exchange
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Retirement

Position Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Shift: Day
Travel Percentage: Travel required