Coordinator, Admissions and Recruitment 1

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (dental & vision)

Annual leave

Sick leave

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition benefits

Dual career assistance

Fitness center membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dynamic Coordinator, Admissions and Recruitment 1 to join the Office for Prospective Students (OPS). This role focuses on building relationships with prospective students and families while guiding them through admissions, financial aid, and academic opportunities.

You will conduct presentations, participate in recruitment events, and collaborate with school counselors and community partners to expand access to higher education for Nevada, the United

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related work experience or Master's degree with 1 year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students by conducting presentations and outreach at assigned high schools, community colleges, and rural communities.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in recruitment events, including high school visits, college fairs, receptions, campus events, and individual appointments.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment initiatives to increase enrollment in assigned territories, including out-of-state markets.
• Advise prospective students and their families on admissions requirements, academic programs, course placement, financial aid, scholarships, and the enrollment process.
• Promote tuition savings opportunities, including the Nevada Advantage and Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) programs.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with school counselors, educators, and community organizations to support recruitment efforts.
• Monitor enrollment and demographic trends in Nevada, California, and other assigned recruitment regions, providing recommendations to enhance recruitment strategies.
• Represent the University with professionalism and enthusiasm while delivering exceptional customer service to prospective students and their families.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Washoe County Job Fair - Walk-ins are welcome!
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center - 4590 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502

• POSITION:**Coordinator, Admissions and Recruitment 1
• SCHEDULE:**Variable work schedule - Significant travel required
• LOCATION:**Reno, NV
• SALARY:**Will discuss with applicant

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SUMMARY

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dynamic and student-focused Coordinator, Admissions and Recruitment 1 to join the Office for Prospective Students (OPS). The University is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging while preparing students for success in an increasingly global society. The Office for Prospective Students recruits and supports prospective students from Nevada, across the United States, and around the world. Our team is dedicated to expanding access to higher education by connecting students and their families with the resources, guidance, and opportunities they need to make informed decisions about their future. Admission Coordinators play a vital role in representing the University and helping prospective students navigate the admissions process, financial aid, scholarships, and academic opportunities. As a Coordinator, Admissions and Recruitment 1, you will build relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, and community partners while serving as an ambassador for the University of Nevada, Reno.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree and (2) two years of related work experience or a Masters Degree and (1) two year of related work experience.
Related experience: work experience in higher education or related experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Recruit prospective students by conducting presentations and outreach at assigned high schools, community colleges, and rural communities.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in recruitment events, including high school visits, college fairs, receptions, campus events, and individual appointments.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment initiatives to increase enrollment in assigned territories, including out-of-state markets.
• Advise prospective students and their families on admissions requirements, academic programs, course placement, financial aid, scholarships, and the enrollment process.
• Promote the University's tuition savings opportunities, including the Nevada Advantage and Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) programs.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with school counselors, educators, and community organizations to support recruitment efforts.
• Monitor enrollment and demographic trends in Nevada, California, and other assigned recruitment regions, providing recommendations to enhance recruitment strategies.
• Represent the University with professionalism and enthusiasm while delivering exceptional customer service to prospective students and their families.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life insurance
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options
• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees and eligible dependents
• Faculty Senate
• No state income tax
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualifie dependents
• Dual career assistance program

EEO

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).