Admissions Outreach Administrator - Alumni Relations

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Excellent medical/dental benefits

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) invites applications for an Admissions Outreach Administrator. This role oversees a regional territory, engages high school counselors and families, and coordinates outreach with alumni and campus partners.

You will represent BYU at events, explain admission criteria, and drive recruitment strategies. The position reports to the Associate Director of Outreach in the Office of Admissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 1 year in higher education recruitment or equivalent.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines with attention to detail.
• Ability to legally drive and travel within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach recruitment events and travel nationwide (approx. 10 weeks/yr).
• Explain admission criteria to counselors, prospective students and parents.
• Engage with prospective students and families; align outreach with objectives and vision.

Skills

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

1 year in higher education recruitment or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Admissions Outreach Administrator - Alumni Relations

The Admissions Outreach Administrator reports to the Associate Director of Outreach in the Office of Admissions. As a frontline representative of BYU, this position manages an assigned regional territory and works with high school counselors, prospective students, parents, and community members through recruitment events and personalized outreach. The role also coordinates outreach with alumni and on-campus partners.

What you’ll do in this position:

Outreach Efforts

• Coordinate and present at outreach recruitment events and activities, including travel to events across the country for approximately 10 weeks each year. Some evening and weekend work is occasionally required.
• Serve as a High School Representative for BYU Admissions and explain admission criteria and processes to high school counselors, prospective students, and parents.
• Meet with prospective students and parents to answer admission questions; ensure outreach aligns with established objectives and vision; and manage special projects as assigned.

Alumni Recruitment Efforts Coordinator

• Develop and carry out alumni outreach strategies that connect with prospective students, strengthen recruitment, and support application success, including the Alumni Leadership Fair.
• Coordinate the “Boots on the Ground” program, maintain relationships with BYU Alumni Relations and the alumni contact database, and represent Admissions at Alumni/PAM meetings.

Internal Recruitment Support Coordinator

• Serve as the Admissions liaison for other department events for prospective students, such as tailgates, watch parties, camps, and PAM events.
• Develop a strategy for internal recruitment support so the team is prepared and recruitment efforts are high quality and aligned with industry standards.

Admissions Processes

• Assist with applicant communications and application decision-making processes and read applicant essays.

Citizenship

• Support the University’s mission, vision, and values; promote a positive image of Enrollment Services and BYU; assist University leaders and departments; and follow University standards and policies.
• Build positive relationships with campus and community partners, respond promptly and appropriately, promote division citizenship standards, and represent Enrollment Services on committees as assigned. Make decisions about alumni initiatives, campus partners, and assigned territories, referring major budget items and decisions outside policy.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of experience in higher education recruitment, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively, work well with cross-functional teams, and confidently present to and engage varied audiences, including when discussing culturally sensitive topics.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and detail-oriented projects; a creative, innovative, self-starting approach; and the ability to legally drive and travel within the United States.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a related field of study.
• Three years of experience in higher education, outreach, or recruitment.
• Experience using Salesforce or another CRM; a strong understanding of University admission processes; and familiarity with campus physically, organizationally, and online.

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 52

Typical Starting Pay: $67,000-$87,000

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.