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Kennesaw State University

Admissions Recruiter

Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156

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Location (Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary Responsible for the development and implementation of outreach, admissions activities, and strategies to attract and manage assigned recruitment territory. Arranges and attends high school and two‑year college fairs and makes high school visits as assigned. Works with parents, students, faculty, and staff as needed and advises leadership in identifying recruitment opportunities. May collaborate on the creation of marketing and communication collateral geared toward the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

Research, plan, and execute recruitment plans in assigned territories.

Promote the university’s academic offerings by managing a recruitment territory consisting of high schools in and out of the state; attend targeted fairs, schedule onsite and offsite visits.

Respond to student inquiries by working the front desk, responding to assigned work tickets and email inquiries from students.

Handle complaint and error investigations into individual cases managed through the CRM system.

Maintain proper knowledge of the services and programs in order to counsel and advise potential students seeking admission.

Assist with the planning, implementation and execution of special promotional activities and events (i.e., on and off campus or advising events, Open House programs).

Identify the appropriate geographical markets and assess comprehensive enrollment program trends.

Serve as a liaison to various campus departments to coordinate training and scheduling.

Provide admissions and information session coverage on both campuses as needed.

Advise prospective students individually and in groups regarding admission requirements.

Assist prospective students with degree and course selection.

Assist prospective students with navigating the university’s academic and co‑curricular landscape.

Work with faculty and staff on communication, advisement and academic counseling related to the general admission requirements for the university or college.

May assist with training front desk student assistants.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Other Required Qualifications

– Current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license.

Required Experience

– One (1) year of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English and Spanish) with a high level of proficiency in each language.

Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Previous experience in higher education.

Compensation The budgeted salary range for this role is $45,900–$48,000 annually. Offers are based on relevant experience.

Benefits Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php.

Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced

Education

DMV

9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Additional Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).

This position may travel 50% – 74% of the time.

This position does not require security clearance.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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