Nebraska Wesleyan University
Graduate Recruitment Specialist
Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68504
Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks to hire a results-oriented, energetic graduate recruitment specialist to join our dedicated admissions team. Nebraska Wesleyan University is committed to growing overall enrollment by increasing the number of graduate students enrolled in our four programs. The person filling this position will be critical to the success of graduate enrollment goals.
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Nebraska Wesleyan University is proud to welcome graduate students to our MBA, MSW, MSN, and Master's in Athletic Training (MAT) program. Reporting to the Dean of Graduate Programs and Strategic Partnerships, but working closely with admissions and marketing, the vision for this position will be to primarily recruit graduate students to the University, although successful candidates will be asked to assist the graduate team as needed.
This position is a full-time, non-exempt position, which requires some evening work and limited overnight and regional travel. NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, up to 5.5 weeks of paid time off for vacation and holidays, and 100% tuition discount for tax dependents' undergraduate degree after one year of service.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the dean and graduate program directors to collectively forecast, develop, implement, and evaluate effective outreach and recruitment strategies and enrollment targetsUse data, market research, and enrollment trends to identify target markets, inform recruitment planning and decision-making as well as to identify opportunities to improve engagement, retention, programming, and support servicesAssist with outreach and recruitment programs including virtual and off-campus information sessions in ways that creatively convey the benefits of the Nebraska Wesleyan graduate student experienceAssist prospective students by assessing their skills and interests and guiding them through the application while providing ongoing support, advocacy, and assistance throughout the admissions and enrollment processesAssure academic records and other application data are entered into the institution's database in furtherance of facilitating timely review, decision notification, and enrollment confirmation for admitted students.Use the institution's CRM system (Slate) to effectively manage inquiries, communicate with prospective students, and prepare application materials for review by program directorsUse social media platforms, email campaigns, digital marketing strategies, and the institution's website to promote the university's graduate programs, admissions requirements, and student support servicesCultivate relationships with employer partners and other external stakeholders to identify and recruit graduate studentsProvide timely and appropriate responses to inquiries, referrals, and requests for services or resource informationProvide personalized campus tours and virtual meetings to prospective graduate studentsCollaborate with the marketing and communications team to promote the institution's graduate programs and student support service offerings to prospective students
Qualifications and Attributes:
Bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Communication, or related field
Candidates must demonstrate:
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in student recruitment and enrollment efforts.Professional work experience in recruitment, academic advising, sales, and/or customer service-oriented contextAbility to set and achieve goalsAbility to build relationships and work with a variety of university stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, coaches and community college partnersAbility to work independently, including being self-motivated, and collaboratively in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environmentEvidence of good interpersonal communication skills, including strong oral and written communicationKnowledge of admissions processes, enrollment management principles, and student recruitment strategiesAbility to manage and safeguard confidential informationCommitment to the mission of Nebraska Wesleyan University
Commitment to Diversity:
Diversity is a core value of Nebraska Wesleyan University's mission, and we embrace it as a source of strength. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how they will enhance and embrace this University core value in either their cover letter or in a separate diversity statement submitted as part of their application materials.
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.
How to Apply:
To be considered for the position, please submit a letter of application, a current resume, a diversity statement, and a list of three references, at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. The cover letter should address your experience, fit, and interest in the position as it is described in this ad. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/3551771-1010991.html
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
Nebraska Wesleyan University is proud to welcome graduate students to our MBA, MSW, MSN, and Master's in Athletic Training (MAT) program. Reporting to the Dean of Graduate Programs and Strategic Partnerships, but working closely with admissions and marketing, the vision for this position will be to primarily recruit graduate students to the University, although successful candidates will be asked to assist the graduate team as needed.
This position is a full-time, non-exempt position, which requires some evening work and limited overnight and regional travel. NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, up to 5.5 weeks of paid time off for vacation and holidays, and 100% tuition discount for tax dependents' undergraduate degree after one year of service.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the dean and graduate program directors to collectively forecast, develop, implement, and evaluate effective outreach and recruitment strategies and enrollment targetsUse data, market research, and enrollment trends to identify target markets, inform recruitment planning and decision-making as well as to identify opportunities to improve engagement, retention, programming, and support servicesAssist with outreach and recruitment programs including virtual and off-campus information sessions in ways that creatively convey the benefits of the Nebraska Wesleyan graduate student experienceAssist prospective students by assessing their skills and interests and guiding them through the application while providing ongoing support, advocacy, and assistance throughout the admissions and enrollment processesAssure academic records and other application data are entered into the institution's database in furtherance of facilitating timely review, decision notification, and enrollment confirmation for admitted students.Use the institution's CRM system (Slate) to effectively manage inquiries, communicate with prospective students, and prepare application materials for review by program directorsUse social media platforms, email campaigns, digital marketing strategies, and the institution's website to promote the university's graduate programs, admissions requirements, and student support servicesCultivate relationships with employer partners and other external stakeholders to identify and recruit graduate studentsProvide timely and appropriate responses to inquiries, referrals, and requests for services or resource informationProvide personalized campus tours and virtual meetings to prospective graduate studentsCollaborate with the marketing and communications team to promote the institution's graduate programs and student support service offerings to prospective students
Qualifications and Attributes:
Bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Communication, or related field
Candidates must demonstrate:
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in student recruitment and enrollment efforts.Professional work experience in recruitment, academic advising, sales, and/or customer service-oriented contextAbility to set and achieve goalsAbility to build relationships and work with a variety of university stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, coaches and community college partnersAbility to work independently, including being self-motivated, and collaboratively in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environmentEvidence of good interpersonal communication skills, including strong oral and written communicationKnowledge of admissions processes, enrollment management principles, and student recruitment strategiesAbility to manage and safeguard confidential informationCommitment to the mission of Nebraska Wesleyan University
Commitment to Diversity:
Diversity is a core value of Nebraska Wesleyan University's mission, and we embrace it as a source of strength. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how they will enhance and embrace this University core value in either their cover letter or in a separate diversity statement submitted as part of their application materials.
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.
How to Apply:
To be considered for the position, please submit a letter of application, a current resume, a diversity statement, and a list of three references, at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. The cover letter should address your experience, fit, and interest in the position as it is described in this ad. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/3551771-1010991.html