Graduate Recruitment Coordinator

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid annual holidays

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Brown University in Providence is seeking a Graduate Recruitment Coordinator to identify and recruit students for graduate programs. The position includes managing prospective student inquiries, supporting recruitment events, and data tracking to meet enrollment targets.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in admissions or recruiting, with excellent communication and organizational skills. This role offers a collaborative environment and extensive benefits. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of full-time professional experience in admissions, advisement, or recruiting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability to work in diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify, outreach, and recruit qualified students to graduate programs.
• Manage a portfolio of prospective students from inquiry to application completion.
• Support recruitment events and perform data tracking & analysis.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with CRM software

Data-driven mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Suite

Zoom

Job description

About Brown

Brown University ( https://www.brown.edu/about ) is a leading research university distinct for its student‑centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world. Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here ( https://www.brown.edu/about/administration/human-resources/benefits ) for further information.

About the Opportunity

Brown University's School of Professional Studies ( https://professional.brown.edu/ ) brings a Brown education to new audiences of learners: those focused on the development of skills and a breadth of knowledge necessary for professional success and leadership. We leverage Brown's intellectual centers of excellence, rigorous teaching, and developmental approach to learning in a range of programs, including serving students outside of traditional degree programs. We partner with Brown departments, centers, institutes, and schools to develop degree and non‑degree programs, and to support the recruitment, retention, and placement success of master's students, including traditional, non‑traditional, and professional students.

Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility of this role is to identify, outreach, and recruit qualified students to our graduate programs.
• The Graduate Recruitment Coordinator will manage a portfolio of prospective students across the full funnel, with a primary focus from initial inquiry through application completion.
• Major responsibilities include prospect outreach and application coaching, data tracking & analysis, and recruitment event support.
• Successful candidates will have prior experience meeting enrollment targets and/or a demonstrated capacity to convert prospective adult learners into applicants and enrolled students in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one year of full‑time professional experience in admissions, advisement, recruiting, educational outreach (secondary education) or sales.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, presentation, oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to be culturally adaptable and work well in diverse environments and with diverse clientele.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with a Customer Relationship Management software or proven ability to learn and use new technology.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and Zoom.
• Data‑driven and familiarity with reporting and analysis.
• Ability to multitask and work under conditions of high volume during peak periods.

Salary Grade

8

Benefits of Working at Brown

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here ( https://www.brown.edu/a-z/benefits-working-brown ).

Additional Information

• Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Some travel may be required.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Recruiting Start Date

2026-03-02

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.