Lead Recruiter

Meridian Community College; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Community College is seeking a recruitment leader to build relationships with prospective students, manage assigned recruitment areas, and guide applicants through the enrollment process.

The role requires strong communication, data analysis, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. An Associates degree is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred, with travel as needed. Minimum two years in recruitment or related fields is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years in recruitment, admissions, enrollment services, sales, marketing, customer relations, or related higher education field.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned recruiting areas.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate or lead group activities.
• Experience mentoring co-workers or students preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and use deductive reasoning to form conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Lead student recruitment efforts by building relationships with prospective students.
• Manage assigned recruitment areas and guide students through the enrollment process.
• Coordinate and lead group information sessions and campus events.

Skills

Tech Skills

Phone & CS

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communications

Public Speaking

Time Management

Recruitment

CRM/Data Mgmt

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

To lead student recruitment efforts by building relationships with prospective students, managing assigned recruitment areas, and guiding students through the enrollment process at Meridian Community College.

Education

Associates Degree required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Required Skills

• Computing and Technology Skills
• Phone and Customer Service Skills
• Interpersonal and Relationship-Building Skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
• Organizational and Time-Management Skills
• Recruitment and Student Engagement Skills
• CRM and Data Management Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability and Initiative
• Professionalism and Confidentiality

Work Experience

Minimum two (2) years required

Three (3) years of relevant experience in student recruitment, admissions, enrollment services, sales, marketing, customer relations, or a related higher education field is preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned recruiting areas
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate or lead group activities
• Experience mentoring co-workers or students preferred
• Ability to analyze data and use deductive reasoning to form conclusions