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Purdue University is hiring: Recruiting Specialist in West Lafayette

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States, 47907


Req Id: 35329

Job Title: Recruiting Specialist

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

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Join Purdue University's College of Science as a Recruiting Specialist for majors in the Department of Computer Science.

Are you passionate about connecting talented students with world-class opportunities? Purdue University's College of Science seeks an enthusiastic Recruitment Specialist to inspire and engage future Boilermakers and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide personalized guidance to prospective students and families, answering inquiries and coordinating campus visits
  • Organize tailored visit experiences, including faculty meetings, facility tours, and group presentations
  • Collaborate with college teams to implement recruitment strategies and boost program awareness
  • Represent the department at events, both in-person and virtual, occasionally requiring travel and evening/weekend availability
Qualifications
  • Strong knowledge of undergraduate computer science programs and admissions processes
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver engaging presentations
  • Experience developing and coordinating programs
  • A general knowledge of customer service best-practices
At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride in our work and unlimited potential for growth. Join us on this path to shape the future of computer science education and recruitment in higher education.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Two (2) years of experience in the same or similar role, including student services, academic advising, or student recruiting
  • Experience developing and coordinating programs
  • A general knowledge of customer service best-practices
Preferred Experience:
  • Previous experience working with diverse populations in secondary school or higher education
Skills Needed:
  • Must possess specific knowledge of the degree programs and a superior understanding of the target audiences for which the programs are designed
  • Outstanding communication skills for oral, presentation, written, group and individual audiences
  • Strong interpersonal skills, particularly when interacting with prospective students and their families
  • Must be able to interact with individuals from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds
  • The ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel (up to 25%)
  • Computer skills and experience for Microsoft Office Suite, CRM, and Admissions Management Systems
  • Proficient in planning, problem-solving, organization, and project management tasks
  • Ability to foster an inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration with peers, departmental staff, faculty, students, etc.
  • Possess initiative and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
  • A desire to continuously improve professional competency and participation in professional development opportunities
  • Must exercise and demonstrate the use of sound judgement, diplomacy, maintain confidentiality, and represent the University with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
Additional Information:
  • Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
  • Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream

Professional 2
  • Pay Band S055
  • Job Code #20003022

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE / AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.