Admissions Recruiter

Cowley College; Arkansas City (KS); On-site; USD 457,000 - 553,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowley College in Mulvane is seeking an Admissions Recruiter to implement the admissions plan, recruit via events, and manage outreach both on and off campus.

The role supports admissions through enrollment, academic advising, and other recruitment objectives as directed by the Director of Student Enrollment and Success. Travel and weekend events may be required.

Responsibilities

• Implement all aspects of the admissions recruitment, enrollment and retention plan
• Make initial contacts to high schools and community organizations to initiate interest
• Make follow-up contacts to prospective students by phone, email, text, and letters
• Maintain accurate records in admissions databases
• Travel and attend events including high school visits and conferences
• Provide academic advising to new and returning students
• Assist with developing recruitment materials and campus events

Job description

Admissions Recruiter - Mulvane

• Date:**July 2026
• Grade:**13
• Salary Range:**$40,954-49,578
• Position Type:**Full Time
• Position Status:**Salary/Exempt
• Pay Frequency:**Monthly
• Location:** Mulvane
• Department:**Enrollment Management
• Reports To:**Director of Student Enrollment and Success

Job Summary

The Admissions Recruiter is responsible for the implementation of the admissions plan through recruiting strategies, and event attendance both on and off site. This position provides support to admissions through student enrollment, academic advising, and other recruitment/enrollment objectives as assigned by the Director of Student Enrollment and Success.

Job Duties

• Implement all aspects of the admissions recruitment, enrollment and retention plan
• Make initial contacts to high schools and community organizations to initiate interest in the College
• Make follow-up contacts to prospective students on a regular basis through, phone calls, e-mails, text messages, and letters
• Maintain accurate records and follow up recruitment activities in admissions department databases
• Travel and attend various events including; business visits, high school visits, college planning conferences, KACRAO annual admission conference, and any other school or community events that arise, (which may occur outside regular working hours and/or on weekends)
• Assist with planning and implementing campus visits and event days, (which may occur outside regular working hours and/or on weekends)
• Recruit students according to the standards, guidelines and practices established by the Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (KACRAO) and by the College
• Assist with the development of a recruitment program for returning adult students, including contacts with Business & Industry, Counselors, and students who complete their GED
• Assist with the development of recruiting materials, brochures, handouts, and other printed materials
• Assist other admissions representatives, faculty, coaches and/or activity sponsors with recruiting efforts
• Assist with updating student demographic and academic information in the admissions database
• Act as a liaison between assigned academic divisions and the Admissions Office
• Provide academic advising to new students, returning students, individually or in groups, about College policies, programs of study
• And Degree Options. Provide Students With Information About Alternatives and possible consequences of academic decisionsDirect students on the navigation of student information systems such as Cowley Connect, Blackboard, and Cowley email
• Monitor student progress and follow-up as directed
• Manage and maintain accurate academic records and information in the Jenzabar EX Systems
• Keep current on advising and enrollment information
• Participate in active advising for assigned students, assist / provide students with graduation and transfer information including the degree applications
• Provide scholarship information and assistance with the application processes
• Serve as primary referral point for all student questions
• Evaluate students degree plan, transcripts while enrolling in proper classes
• Provide knowledge to students on information regarding course transfer ability and alternatives for continuing education opportunities
• Ability to work at other remote centers as necessary to assist when other centers/campuses are understaffed
• Schedule and proctor tests for instructors/students, both from Cowley College and other Colleges
• Serve as contact to students for current program and other necessary information
• Provide student referrals to appropriate areas (Student Services, Disability Services, IMPACT, etc.)
• Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and/or any other representatives of external organization
• Comply with all College policies and procedures
• Assist the Dire