Recruiter I

Grayson College; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short &

Long-term disability insurances

Tuition-FT employees, spouse & depend.

Vacation & sick leave

Holidays

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Grayson College in Denison, Texas, is seeking a Recruiter I to actively engage prospective students through in-person visits, calls, and emails. The role informs on career pathways and majors, collects required documents, and ensures accurate student records in the college’s systems.

The position pays $17.40 to $26.09 per hour and participates in a benefits program including healthcare, vacation, and tuition coverage for employees and eligible dependents. Pending budget approval as of 09/01/2026.

Qualifications

• Six months to two years of similar or related experience.
• A two year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study or completion of an extensive in-house training program.
• Strong written and verbal communication; courteous, tactful, diplomatic interactions.

Responsibilities

• Serve students as a primary representative of Grayson College and share enrollment information in person, by phone, or via electronic messaging.
• Assist with pathway selection and advise on admissions documents; gather and process documents.
• Maintain accurate records of prospective student contacts and transcripts; input data into the CRM/SIS.
• Assist with new student orientation and advising as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual a plus

Education

Two-year college degree

Specialized course of study

In-house training program

Tools

CRM system

Student Information System

Job description

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

Recruiter I

Role: Recruits students to attend Grayson College through a variety of communications methods by phone, email and in person visits. It is the role of the Recruiter I to share information about career pathways and majors. The Recruiter I is responsible for gathering students documents, providing outreach to prospective students, analyzing high school and college transcripts for college placement and transferability of coursework and admitting students to the college. The Recruiter I is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of student records and enters required information into the student information systems and/or CRM to complete the admissions process. This position requires attention to detail and a high level of customer service and accuracy.

This position is Pending Budget Approval on 09/01/2026

The salary range for this position is $17.40 - $26.09 per hour.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available
• Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only
• Vacation Accrual- 2 weeks per year
• Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year
• Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year
• Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day
• Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• 40% - Serves students as a primary representative of Grayson College; shares information about the college and the enrollment process in person, by phone, or electronic messaging such as email or text.
• 30% - Assists students with pathway selection, advises students on required admissions documents, gathers and processes admissions documents.
• 15% - Maintains accurate records regarding prospective student contacts.
• 10% - Evaluates student transcripts, transcribes transfer coursework, AP, college prep and test scores.
• 5% - Assists with new student orientation and advising as needed.
• 5% - Performs other job duties as assigned.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Performance Measurements:

• Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
• Continually promotes Grayson College.
• Meets annual enrollment goals.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations regarding higher education and recruitment of students.
• Serves as a positive role model to prospective and current students.
• Serves as an effective coach to help students overcome barriers.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Six months to two years of similar or related experience.
• Education: (1) A two year college degree or (2) Completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school or (3) Completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program.
• Interpersonal Skills: Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
• Other Skills: Bilingual a plus May require understanding or experience working with specific student populations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Relationship building and marketing skills. Provides a high level of service to the community.
• Physical Requirements: Office work is typically sedentary. However, the job requires the ability to travel by car to recruiting events and activities. Setup of events and participation may require walking, standing, bending, and moderate lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a typical office. Special events may require work outdoors or work at schools and community partner sites.

This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or [e-mail].