Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary is hiring: Admissions Recruiter in Town

Overview

Job Title: Admissions Recruiter (Hybrid)

Department: Enrollment Management

Reports to: Vice President of EMSS (Enrollment Mgmt & Student Success)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Education: Up to 4 year degree

Travel: Up to 50%

Job Summary

The Recruiter plays a key role in advancing the recruitment initiatives of the Office of Enrollment Management by attracting and enrolling students into the institution’s master’s-level degree and certificate programs. This position focuses on building and nurturing relationships with historic regional partners, forging new connections with denominational bodies and congregations, and guiding prospective students in vocational discernment. The ideal candidate will bring ordination-track experience and strong relational networks within the Presbyterian Church (USA), United Methodist Church, and Unitarian Universalist Association communities. This position reports directly to the Vice President of EMSS (Enrollment Management and Student Success).

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of all degrees and programs offered as well as admissions procedures and policies.
• Build, maintain, and manage the digital portfolio of prospective and incoming students within the student information system (SIS) and customer relationship management (CRM).
• Explain admission requirements and enrollment procedures to prospective students, provide campus tours, maintain follow-up contacts, and provide campus resources as needed.
• Plan and execute visits to churches, colleges, campus ministries, and denominational events regionally and around the country.
• Plan, manage, and participate in the activities of all Discovery Weekend and similar events.
• Support the Dean of Enrollment within the International Student and Scholars Services (ISSS) and SEVIS work of the Enrollment Office.
• Continually review enrollment objectives with the Dean of Enrollment.
• Manage multiple deadlines, projects, and priorities with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Show excellent judgment, including sensitivity to personal and confidential information.
• Ability to travel 50%.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred in Theology, Biblical Studies, Religion, or related field.
• Recruitment Experience: 1-3 years of higher education experience as a recruiter or work in a graduate-level admission office.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license; must travel by car/air. Weekend, evening, and some holiday work required.
• Special Requirements/Skills: Experience or knowledge of various ecclesial traditions; strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; strong working knowledge of computers/software, including Microsoft 365 (Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint), database systems and digital communications; cross-cultural competency; ability to organize and prioritize work; exhibit flexibility and adaptability to fluid calendar.