Admissions Outreach Lead — Medical Education Access

Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier University of Louisiana XOCOM is seeking an Admissions Recruitment & Outreach Specialist to coordinate and execute recruitment initiatives, engage prospective students, and strengthen partnerships with pre-health advisors and community organizations. This role emphasizes relationship-building and mission-aligned outreach in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will manage events, communicate effectively, and support data-driven recruitment strategies while traveling locally and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in admissions, recruitment, outreach, student services, enrollment management, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience coordinating events, outreach activities, or student engagement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, and CRM or database systems.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as recruitment activities require.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally (40–50% travel).
• Demonstrated professionalism, organizational skills, and commitment to student-centered service.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Outreach: Coordinate and support recruitment activities including information sessions, open houses, campus visits, recruitment fairs, and virtual programming.
• Admissions Operations & Communications: Collaborate with admissions leadership to support recruitment planning and yield initiatives; manage communications and event logistics.
• Data, Reporting & Assessment: Track recruitment activities and engagement using admissions systems; prepare reports on effectiveness.
• Professional Representation & Continuous Improvement: Stay informed on trends and participate in professional development; contribute to quality improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Office of Admissions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Presentation skills

Event coordination

Relationship building

Flexibility / adaptability

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Google Workspace

CRM systems

Job description

Xavier University of Louisiana XOCOM is seeking an Admissions Recruitment & Outreach Specialist to coordinate and execute recruitment initiatives, engage prospective students, and strengthen partnerships with pre-health advisors and community organizations. This role emphasizes relationship-building and mission-aligned outreach in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will manage events, communicate effectively, and support data-driven recruitment strategies while traveling locally and