College of Arts & Sciences - Sr. College Recruiter

University of Miami - Cape Coral, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Cape Coral, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Sr. College Recruiter serves as the College of Arts and Sciences' strategist for the coordination of recruitment and yield activities for students seeking Masters and Professional degrees for the Office of Interdisciplinary and Professional Studies (IPS). This position is crucial in overseeing admissions for the unit's Masters and Professional Degree Programs and reports directly to the Executive Director of the IPS Office. The incumbent will supervise the College Recruiter and collaborate closely with the Executive Director, IPS Program Directors, and College Leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment plans and marketing strategies aimed at attracting top-notch and diverse students for the graduate programs overseen by the IPS Office. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to meet enrollment goals, possess attention to detail, and exhibit dependability in their role. The primary responsibilities include developing, implementing, and assessing a recruitment plan for Masters and Professional degree programs, which constitutes 70% of the role. This involves working alongside the IPS Executive Director to create and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies that optimize yield from admit to deposit and matriculation. The recruiter will identify target markets and demographics to effectively focus recruitment efforts, plan and execute on and off-campus recruitment events, and prepare professional information sessions regarding graduate programs. Regular meetings with faculty and program directors will be essential to understand their enrollment goals and strategies for achieving them. The recruiter will also guide prospective students through the application process, providing timely information and support, and consistently report on enrollment progress to leadership. The remaining 30% of the role involves extensive travel to strategic areas to identify and recruit prospective students and support IPS programs. This includes representing the College of Arts and Sciences at conferences and recruiting events, supporting the organization of college-wide open houses, and cultivating strong alumni and industry partnerships for referrals. The recruiter will coordinate student visits, both virtually and on-campus, and may take on additional duties as assigned. This position is integral to the success of the College of Arts and Sciences in attracting and enrolling high-quality graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess a recruitment plan for Masters and Professional degree programs.
• Identify target markets and demographics to effectively focus recruitment efforts.
• Plan and execute on and off campus recruitment events and travel to universities, employers, and essential conferences.
• Prepare and present professional information sessions regarding graduate programs both on and off campus.
• Meet regularly with faculty and program directors to learn about their program enrollment goals.
• Guide prospective students through the application process, providing clear and timely information and support.
• Consistently report on the progress to maintain/increase enrollment to leadership.
• Develop strategic partnerships to encourage recruitment.
• Travel extensively to strategic areas to identify and recruit prospective students.
• Represent the College of Arts and Sciences at conferences and recruiting events.
• Support the planning and organizing of college-wide open houses and informational sessions.
• Cultivate strong alumni and industry partnerships for referrals of new prospective students.
• Coordinate student visits virtually and to campus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in recruitment, admissions, or a related field; 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in using recruitment tools (e.g. Slate).
• Ability to travel extensively locally and nationally, and work evenings and weekends when needed.
• Proactive, assertive, and results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed recruitment targets.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.