Graduate Enrollment Coach

Texas A&M University; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education release time

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center, College Of Nursing Academic Support in McAllen, Texas, seeks a Graduate Recruitment Coordinator I to lead admission, financial aid outreach, and enrollment strategies. The role mentors staff, leads select recruitment programs, and coordinates outreach with healthcare partners and alumni.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with strong communication, CRM management, and collaboration skills, in a full-time staff capacity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience in admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, student services, academic advising, healthcare recruitment, customer service, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of graduate nursing education and advanced practice nursing roles.
• Familiarity with admissions platforms such as Slate, NursingCAS, ApplyTexas, Common App, or similar CRM systems.
• Experience with virtual recruitment technologies and digital marketing strategies.
• Understanding of financial aid processes for graduate and professional practice students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized enrollment consultations by phone, video conference, email, text, and in person.
• Respond promptly to inquiries regarding graduate and professional practice nursing programs, admission requirements, curriculum, licensure, and career opportunities.
• Develop relationships with healthcare organizations, alumni, professional associations, and community partners to increase awareness of graduate and professional practice nursing programs.
• Represent the College at recruitment events, graduate fairs, conferences, webinars, information sessions, and open houses.
• Participate in strategic recruitment initiatives to meet enrollment objectives.
• Assist students in understanding academic expectations and program outcomes.
• Connect prospective students with faculty, academic advisors, financial aid, and student support services as appropriate.
• Monitor applicant progress using CRM; conduct proactive outreach to encourage application completion.
• Identify and remove barriers that may prevent applicants from enrolling.
• Maintain regular communication with applicants throughout enrollment cycle.
• Maintain accurate records within CRM and admissions systems.
• Track recruitment activities, applicant engagement, and enrollment outcomes.
• Prepare reports related to recruitment metrics, conversion rates, and enrollment trends.
• Utilize data to improve recruitment strategies and applicant communications.

Skills

Enrollment management

Admissions outreach

Communication skills

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Slate

NursingCAS

ApplyTexas

Common App

Job description

Texas A&M University Health Science Center, College Of Nursing Academic Support in McAllen, Texas, seeks a Graduate Recruitment Coordinator I to lead admission, financial aid outreach, and enrollment strategies. The role mentors staff, leads select recruitment programs, and coordinates outreach with healthcare partners and alumni.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with strong communication, CRM management, and collaboration skills, in a full-time staff capacity.