Graduate Admissions Strategist - Engineering & STEM

Kettering University; Flint (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching up to 9%

Tuition assistance and waiver programs

Vacation and holiday pay

Job summary

Kettering University is seeking an Admissions Recruiter to manage inquiries and guide prospective students from initial contact through matriculation. You will advise on programs, assist with timelines, and nurture leads from campaigns to enrollment targets.

You will coordinate with departments and external partners, maintain program knowledge, and travel for in-market events to build relationships with colleges and universities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years in university admissions, higher-education student services, or related field.
• Experience with a CRM or student information system.

Responsibilities

• Manage inquiries, applicants, admitted and deposited students from first contact through matriculation.
• Advise on program selection, admissions requirements, and timelines.
• Nurture leads from campaigns to enrollment targets.
• Plan and represent the university at recruitment events.
• Maintain knowledge of program curricula and admissions criteria.
• Coordinate with colleagues and external partners for a student-centered process.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Slate CRM

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kettering University is seeking an Admissions Recruiter to manage inquiries and guide prospective students from initial contact through matriculation. You will advise on programs, assist with timelines, and nurture leads from campaigns to enrollment targets.

You will coordinate with departments and external partners, maintain program knowledge, and travel for in-market events to build relationships with colleges and universities.