Admissions Recruiter

Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) seeks an Admissions Recruiter to support enrollment strategies by recruiting students within a defined territory, including in-state and out-of-state. You will travel to fairs, visits, and events, coordinating with counselors and administrators, and engaging families via multiple channels.

Ideal candidates have one year of public speaking experience, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency in MS Office, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• One year experience with public speaking and creating engaging presentations.
• Experience connecting with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and communicate clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students from assigned territory (in-state and out-of-state).
• Represent UNK at college fairs, educational planning programs, receptions and high school visits.
• Coordinate with community colleges, high school counselors and school administration.
• Connect with prospective students and families via in-person or virtual presentations on email, phone, text and social media.
• Travel and extensive evening and weekend work during peak times.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Admissions Recruiter is essential to the University’s overall enrollment strategy and is responsible for recruiting prospective students from within an assigned territory which could be in-state as well as out-of-state. Serve as a representative for UNK at college fairs, educational planning programs, receptions and high school visits; requiring coordination with community colleges, high school counselors and school administration; and connection with prospective students and their families via in-person or virtual presentations and a variety of communication platforms (email, phone, text and social media.) The ability to travel and extensive evening and weekend work during peak times is required.

Once year experience with public speaking and the creation of engaging presentations to a wide variety of audiences and group sizes.

Demonstrated experience interacting and connecting with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Must have the ability to work independently and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft office applications and the willingness to learn new technologies is a must.

Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in dealing with public and holding leadership positions in academic/extracurricular/service/student/professional organizations

Bi-lingual in Spanish

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a public university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. As part of the University of Nebraska system, UNK offers a supportive, student-focused environment with the resources of a larger institution. Located in central Nebraska, UNK serves around 6,000 students and is known for its strong academics, welcoming campus culture, and dedication to student success. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.

• As a University of Nebraska employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement, and wellness programs—plus 13 paid holidays each year, generous leave options, and tuition remission.

Campus Name: University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK)

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Nate Pierce-Panowicz at [e-mail]

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.