Graduate Programs Coordinator

Pfeiffer University; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & LTD Insurance

Tuition Remission

Tuition Exchange

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital I

Job summary

Pfeiffer University seeks a relationship-driven Graduate Programs Coordinator to recruit, advise, and enroll prospective graduate students. The Coordinator serves as the primary contact for assigned programs, guiding applicants from inquiry to matriculation.

The role emphasizes strong communication, student-centered service, and the ability to engage with adult learners, employers, and academic partners to support enrollment and program growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years in admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, sales, advising, or customer service.
• Experience with adult learners, graduate students, or professional populations is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication abilities; ability to build diverse relationships; excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment partnerships and establish college partnerships.
• Manage a prospective student pipeline from inquiry to matriculation.
• Evaluate applications and assist in enrollment decision processes.
• Execute enrollment strategies to support institutional growth.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

CRM/databases experience

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Enrollment software

Job description

Pfeiffer University seeks a relationship-driven and results-oriented Graduate Programs Coordinator to recruit, advise, and enroll prospective graduate students. The Graduate Programs Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for assigned graduate programs, guiding prospective students through the enrollment process from inquiry to matriculation.This position is responsible for:Developing recruitment partnerships,Managing a prospective student pipeline,Evaluating applications, andExecuting enrollment strategies that support institutional growth.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with prospective students, employers, academic partners, and community organizations.Benefits:Paid Life and LTD InsuranceTuition RemissionTuition ExchangeMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceAccident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity InsuranceRetirementBachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferredOne to three years of admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, sales, advising, customer service, or relationship-building experience preferredExperience working with adult learners, graduate students, or professional populations is desirableKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skillsAbility to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholdersStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesExperience utilizing CRM systems, databases, and technology tools to manage recruitment activitiesAbility to analyze recruitment data and recommend strategies for continuous improvementDemonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skillsCommitment to providing outstanding student-centered serviceAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment