Graduate Student Recruiter

Illinois State University; Normal, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Tuition waiver for staff/dependents

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Illinois State University in Normal, IL is seeking a Graduate Student Recruiter to lead graduate and international recruitment and enrollment efforts. The role emphasizes collaboration, effective communication, and public speaking, contributing to a student-centered admissions approach.

The position offers work location flexibility and a competitive benefits package. The role requires 1–3 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years in graduate and international recruitment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication, customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support graduate and international recruitment and enrollment efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders.
• Deliver presentations and public speaking to prospective students and partners.
• Maintain strong candidate relationships and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Graduate recruitment experience

Strong communication

Customer service skills

Collaboration with cross-functional s

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Microsoft Teams/Zoom/Google Drive/Box

Job description

Title: Graduate Student Recruiter
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Graduate School
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Recruiter is a student-centered professional responsible for implementing and supporting graduate and international recruitment and enrollment efforts at Illinois State University. This role will rely on a full range of interpersonal skills, including collaboration, coordination, effective communication, and public speaking and will contribute meaningfully to our student-focused approach. Successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to succeed in dynamic, goal-driven, fast-paced team environments. This position allows for work location flexibility.

University Benefit Highlights

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$57,000 - $67,000 annual salary

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or equivalent degree
2. One to three years of experience in graduate and international recruitment
3. Valid driver’s license
4. Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills
5. Demonstrated excellence in customer service, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
6. Proven record of successful collaboration with cross-functional teams and communicating with multiple stakeholders
7. Working expertise with Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and collaboration software (MS Teams, Zoom, Google Drive, Box)
8. Demonstrated success meeting deadlines and goals while managing multiple projects
9. Demonstrated success working autonomously and as a part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree
2. Experience with CRM tools, preferably Slate
3. Experience in customer service, sales, or other dynamic people-oriented service environments
4. Experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders
5. Familiarity with Illinois State University and its academic programs
6. Experience arranging and conducting extensive travel independently, including working evenings and weekends

Work Hours

8:00am-4:30pm M-F with occasional evening and weekend work.

Functional Expectations

1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
3. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
4. Distinguish colors on a monitor.

Proposed Starting Date

November 2026

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 professional references

Special Instructions for Applicants

Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.

Contact Information for Applicants

Wouter Van Alebeek,
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].