The University of Kansas is hiring: Undergraduate Recruiter in Lawrence

Position Overview: The Undergraduate Recruiter for the School of Professional Studies (SPS) at the University of Kansas is a key member of the SPS admissions and enrollment team. This position is responsible for implementing a comprehensive, data-informed recruitment strategy to grow undergraduate enrollment.

The recruiter will work closely with the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment and the Graduate Recruiter for SPS to ensure alignment across all recruiting efforts, particularly those focused on community college transfer students, adult learners, and students seeking degree completion pathways.

Responsibilities

• 45% - Recruitment Strategy Implementation & Outreach: Collaborate with the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment and the Graduate Recruiter to develop a comprehensive, multi-year, data-informed recruitment and yield strategy.
• 25% - Event Planning and Communications: Collaborate with the SPS admissions and enrollment team to develop and deliver presentations to prospective students, families, counselors, employers, and community-based organizations.
• 15% - Transfer Student Support & Articulation: Become proficient in transfer student recruitment practices and KU transfer admissions policies.
• 10% - Collaboration, Supervision & Team Development: Collaborate closely with SPS academic program directors, advisors, and student navigators to ensure smooth communication and referral of prospective students.
• 5% - Other duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one at the time of appointment.
• Ability to travel regionally for events.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as determined by events and coordination with supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required at time of appointment.
• One year of experience in recruitment, admissions, sales, student services, marketing, or related fields.
• Experience applying effective interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with transfer students, adult learners, or nontraditional populations is highly preferred.

The University of Kansas is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.