Recruiter- Agriculture Admissions

Central State University; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Job summary

Central State University is seeking an Agriculture Admissions Recruiter to develop and implement enrollment strategies for Undergraduate Sustainable Agriculture and related majors, while guiding prospective students through the admissions process.

Key duties include representing the university at events, coordinating campus visits, and building partnerships with high schools, community colleges, and organizations to promote programs and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural science or related science is required.
• Experience in student services, admissions, recruitment, or outreach is preferred.
• Willingness to travel and to work evenings and weekends for events.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and outreach programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase enrollment in related majors and minors.
• Represent CSU at national and local college fairs, high school visits, and events.
• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, community colleges, and organizations.
• Communicate with prospective students and families via email, phone, and virtual platforms.
• Coordinate campus visits, open houses, and recruitment events.
• Maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions in the university system.
• Assist prospective students through the application and enrollment process.
• Collaborate with academic departments to promote programs and opportunities.
• Analyze recruitment data and prepare reports on activities and outcomes.
• Support diversity and inclusion initiatives in student recruitment.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Data tracking

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural science or related science

Tools

CRM systems (Slate, Salesforce)

Job description

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY : The Agriculture Admissions Recruiter is responsible for developing and implementing recruitment strategies to recruit prospective students to the Undergraduate Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Engineering majors, or students interested in minors in Water Resources, Entomology, or related topics, and students in the Master of Science in Agricultural Science of Central State University. The position supports enrollment goals by building relationships with prospective students, families, high school counselors, community organizations, and academic partners. The recruiter will represent the university at recruitment events, coordinate campus visits, and guide prospective students through the admissions process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement student recruitment strategies aligned with university enrollment goals to increase the student numbers in Agricultural related majors and minors.
• Represent the university at national and local college fairs, high school visits, community events, and recruitment programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, community colleges, and community organizations.
• Communicate with prospective students and families via email, phone, and virtual platforms.
• Coordinate campus visits, open houses, and recruitment events.
• Maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions in the university system.
• Assist prospective students throughout the application and enrollment process.
• Collaborate with academic departments to promote programs and opportunities.
• Analyze recruitment data and prepare reports on recruitment activities and outcomes.
• Support diversity and inclusion initiatives in student recruitment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Data tracking and reporting skills.
• Public speaking and presentation skills, passionate about the career outlook for agricultural related jobs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural science or related science from an accredited institution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for recruitment events.
• Willingness to travel for recruitment activities.
• Experience with student services, admissions, recruitment, or outreach activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education admissions or recruitment.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, or similar).
• Experience organizing events or outreach programs.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

Background Check

All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review. Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources. Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.