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Marquette University

Graduate Program Admissions Recruiter, Graduate School of Management

Marquette University, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, United States, 54494

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Position Information

Posting Number 201104528

Position Title Graduate Program Admissions Recruiter, Graduate School of Management

State Wisconsin

Employment Status Full Time

Position Status Limited Term

If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) 06/30/2028

Position Type Staff

Job Family Enrollment Management, Admissions, and Financial Aid

Position Overview

Be The Difference Begins with Great People.

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can make the difference in the lives of students and faculty? We're always looking for highly talented individuals to join our team - people who think big, care deeply, and believe in being the difference in their work and community.

We prioritize student success, access to education, and service in our work to educate well-rounded servant leaders who transform their fields, our society and the world. Our Catholic, Jesuit approach emphasizes student engagement with the world around them and formation of the heart and mind.

We believe in our mission: The search for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. These core values guide our relationships with our students, each other, and our community.

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package including

medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement!

For more information, please view the Total Rewards Guide .

This is your next opportunity to join an organization that invests in their employees' career journey by diversifying their skills, deepening their expert knowledge, encouraging a healthy work-life balance, focusing on personal wellbeing, providing leadership training, and sustaining a culture of respect and inclusion.

The Graduate Program Admissions Recruiter will combine proactive strategies to recruit and support prospective students and applicants to Graduate School of Management (GSM) programs in alignment with enrollment targets. Will work in coordination with colleagues within the Graduate School of Management (GSM), Graduate School, University Relations, and other areas of campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Student Recruitment Develop and implement strategies to recruit and matriculate high-quality graduate students and grow enrollment within Marquette's GSM programs. Develop knowledge of admission expectations, curriculum, faculty research interests, graduate job outcomes, financial aid allotments, and graduate student experiences for assigned programs. Manage interactions and communications with perspective students through the graduate admissions funnel within assigned program areas. Respond to all questions and inquiries applicants have in a timely manner via telephone, Teams, email and/or in-person meetings to increase engagement, conversion, and yield. Keep applicants regularly informed of application status, deadlines, and application decisions. Develop, manage, and attend on-campus and off-campus recruiting and awareness/branding events for assigned programs. Lead information sessions, coffee chats, building/campus tours, and other prospective student connection events. Develop and implement new recruiting strategies. Represent the GSM in recruiting events including open house, meet and greet, and admitted student programs. 2. External Engagement

Work with leadership, and additional college and university colleagues to identify, pursue, and maintain employer, professional organization, and community-based organization relationships in coordination. External engagement may include cross-marketing opportunities as well as membership or participation with professional organizations / groups. Engage with business leaders and applicants with extensive professional experience with professionalism and creditability. Collaborate with colleagues to support accelerated degree program (ADP) partnerships. Manage ongoing communications with Tuition Savings Program employer partners. Verify employee eligibility for Tuition Savings Program scholarships. Staff employer site visits and organization-specific information sessions/events. Identify and implement communication strategies to follow-up with individuals who participate in relevant College or University programs such as Bridge to Business and Executive Education. Reach out to prospective students based on media, community, or professional organization recognition. Collaborate with Graduate School and Alumni Relations colleagues to sustain alumni outreach. Review and contact leads sourced through GMAC or other list purchase resources. 3. Communications

Provide input for advertising, social media, and additional communication plans specific to graduate business programs. Utilize electronic media and other channels to reach prospective students. Monitor and update drip campaigns, customized emails, and landing pages for effectiveness. Pursue A/B testing for campaign approaches. Collaborate with GSM Student Success Coordinator related to social media marketing and student/alumni highlights. 4. Recruitment Analysis

Collaborate with colleagues to implement and monitor tracking systems to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment efforts and communication channels. Analyze competitive programs and market conditions that impact recruiting and enrollment. Utilize recruitment analysis to continuously improve and refine recruiting strategies. Collaborate with leadership to align recruiting resources with strategies. 5. Internal Collaborations

Develop and communicate processes with College coworkers and department heads in assigned programs. Collaborate with colleagues across the university including graduate school, admissions, and university relations staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor's degree in the areas of business, communications or higher education preferred.

A minimum of two years of admission counseling and outreach experience, or equivalent.

Knowledge of graduate education admission recruitment practices.

Evidence of excellent communication skills including oral, written, and non-verbal communication as well as listening for meaning to gain understanding.

Experience with establishing and maintaining client/prospect relationships throughout the community.

Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with fellow staff members, as well as with students, faculty, and corporate contacts.

Track record of building and maintaining collaborative relationships through shared responsibility, empathy, and respect; seeking and appreciating the viewpoints of those from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, and lifestyles.

Attention to detail within strong organization and recordkeeping skills.

Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, synthesize information, make decisions, and solve problems; the ability to think critically and strategically to develop original ideas and innovative solutions.

Demonstrate integrity, resilience, accountability, and ethical behavior; the ability to take initiative, maintain effective work habits (prioritize, plan, and manage work) to produce high quality results and project a professional presence.

Experience coordinating programs or events.

Understanding of and commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Marquette University and the College of Business Administration.

Some evening and weekend events as well as overnight travel are required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Master's degree preferred.

Familiarity with data management systems such as PeopleSoft.

Familiarity with CRM systems such as Slate.

Expertise with Microsoft Office programs.

Networking experience with professional associations and interfacing with the business community.

Experience creating progress reports and developing presentations for various audiences.

Proven ability to handle multiple projects concurrently in an environment with frequent interruptions.

Department College of Business Admin

Posting Date 09/24/2025

Closing Date

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EOE Statement

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.