College Recruiter -Admissions and Graduate Recruitment Coordinator

Lubbock

40381BR

EDUC Graduate Office

Position Description

Represent Texas Tech University both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, staff, and faculty of colleges and universities to attract quality applicants and achieve enrollment goals. Coordinate and contribute to the success of various visit schedules for colleges and universities in the assigned area. Plan assigned recruiting events and programs. Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the university. The Graduate Admission Recruiter will develop and implement strategies to attract and enroll high-quality graduate students in the College of Education's diverse programs.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment plans in collaboration with graduate program coordinators and college administrators.
• Organize and participate in recruitment events, both in-person and virtual, to promote graduate programs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create and disseminate engaging recruitment materials, automated communication, and marketing across various platforms.
• Analyze enrollment data to inform recruitment strategies and report findings to stakeholders.
• Develop a budget for recruitment efforts and scholarship allocation to graduate programs in partnership with the Associate Dean for Enrollment Management.
• Work with Director of Marketing, Graduate Admissions Coordinator and program faculty to develop first contact communications and a workflow for new inquiries and oversee consistent messaging to applicants throughout the application process on behalf of the college and programs.
• Develop an understanding of all graduate programs, including program requirements, target audience, resources, and any state or national certifications offered.
• Develop and sustain partnerships with local and regional school districts, education agencies, and community organizations to promote graduate programs.
• Coordinate outreach efforts between faculty, school administrators, principals, and district leaders to introduce professional development and graduate opportunities tailored to their workforce.
• Organize informational sessions, professional development events, and networking opportunities to engage educators in discussions about graduate education.
• Serve as a liaison between Texas Tech University and external stakeholders to increase awareness and accessibility of graduate education opportunities.
• Provide reports to faculty about recruitment efforts in department meetings on a standing basis.
• Provide targeted attention to programs that need to increase enrollment and Help coordinate website design efforts to include recruiting information (e.g., images, tag lines, selling points).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus one year related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal five years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong, effective communication skills, strong technology skills, highly organized, friendly and outgoing personality, knowledge of recruiting, ability to work independently, ability to travel, ability to multi-task
• Experience in higher education admissions and recruitment.
• Experience with Banner, Salesforce, and other Texas Tech University systems.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

18.48

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Air Force Specialty Code

8R000, 83R0

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

79R, 79T

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8411, 4801

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

3766, 9587