Recruiting & Admissions Specialist
Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Recruiting & Admissions Specialist
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Job Summary
The David Eccles School of Business is seeking a dynamic,
energetic, and goal-driven Recruiting & Admissions Specialist to
join our team supporting the Master of Business Administration and
Specialized Master's Programs, including: Master of Accounting
Master of Business Creation
Master of Healthcare Administration
Master of Real Estate Development
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management
Master of Science in Finance
Master of Science in Information Systems
In this role, you will lead proactive recruitment efforts, build
strong relationships with prospective students, and drive
enrollment growth for our programs. You will guide candidates
through the admissions process, manage application pipelines, and
provide critical administrative support to ensure a smooth and
engaging experience from first contact to enrollment.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is
passionate about connecting with people, and is motivated by
achieving ambitious goals. Exceptional communication, relationship
management, and project management skills are essential. If you
love building rapport, hitting targets, and helping students
achieve their dreams, we want you on our team.
Responsibilities
Recruiting Responsibilities: Prospective Student Outreach: Engage
with prospective students (domestic and global) through various
communication channels (phone, Zoom, in-person, email) to build
relationships and generate interest in the programs.
Lead Management: Gather, track, and manage leads from events and
outreach efforts using Salesforce. Maintain and update lead lists
to drive application submissions.
One-on-One Engagement: Conduct personalized meetings with
prospective students to discuss their educational goals, review
application materials, and provide tailored guidance.
Application Follow-Up: Contact prospective students who have
started applications to encourage completion and offer ongoing
support throughout the application process.
Partnership Development: Collaborate with other higher education
institutions and employer partners to organize and host
informational events and expand recruiting opportunities.
Event Coordination: Plan, organize, and participate in events such
as graduate fairs, information sessions, on-campus Preview Days,
and webinars. Handle all logistical aspects, including venue
booking, catering, and follow-up.
Admissions Responsibilities: Application Coordination & Review:
Oversee the entire application process, ensuring the accuracy and
completeness of all submitted materials. Collaborate with the team
to evaluate applications and identify qualified candidates.
Personalized Counseling: Provide one-on-one guidance to prospective
students, helping them navigate the admissions process and
understand program details.
Onboarding Support: Work closely with the Student Affairs team to
facilitate a smooth onboarding process for new students.
Graduate Admissions Collaboration: Work with the Office of Graduate
Admissions to resolve application issues, assist with international
student visas, and ensure a seamless admissions process.
Scholarship Management: Identify and award scholarships to eligible
candidates, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.
Data Integrity: Maintain accurate records in Salesforce, perform
regular data clean-up, and ensure data accuracy for historical
reference.
Team Support: Provide additional support as needed to support the
admissions and onboarding processes.
Note: This job description does not comprehensively list all the
required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional
responsibilities may be assigned to support program needs.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly
Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, Lifting - up to 25 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' related experience, or
equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years
of related work experience).
Preferences
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of
experience in sales, customer service, or similar roles requiring
strong relationship-building skills in a fast-paced
environment.
Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication
abilities, with a proven track record of delivering compelling
presentations and engaging effectively across various channels.
Work Ethic and Time Management: Strong competitive drive and work
ethic, with excellent time management skills to handle multiple
tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain high accuracy, ensuring
data integrity and meticulous documentation.
Independent Decision-Making: Proven ability to work autonomously
and make sound decisions. A history of successful problem-solving
and innovative resource management is essential.
Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational abilities with a
history of effective workload prioritization and understanding of
complex processes and policies.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft (Excel, Word,
PowerPoint) and experience with CRM systems is preferred.
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN41751B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday, occasional nights and
weekends as needed to support recruiting events.This job is
considered 'essential,' requiring the employee to work on campus,
in person.
Department: 00033 - Executive Education
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $52,000 to $60,000
Close Date: 6/13/2025
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/181754
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