Recruitment Coordinator

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational fee discounts

University benefits package

Job summary

University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Recruitment Coordinator in the College of Education & Human Development to support undergraduate recruitment programs. You will travel to schools and colleges, conduct presentations, maintain recruitment data, and collaborate with student ambassadors and staff. Evening/weekend duties may be required.

The role emphasizes strong communication, event coordination, and the ability to evaluate recruitment outcomes within the CEHD community.

Qualifications

• Public speaking and facilitation skills preferred.
• Experience with recruitment and retention programs.
• Knowledge of Mizzou Education and Human Development or teacher education is a plus.
• Familiarity with Outlook, Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and Zoom.
• A valid Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct presentations and building tours for prospective students and families.
• Travel to high schools, community colleges, and college fairs across Missouri.
• Maintain accurate records and databases related to undergraduate recruitment and CEHD Leadership Ambassador program.
• Complete administrative tasks such as travel planning and conference registrations.
• Collaborate with CEHD leadership, ambassadors, staff, and faculty.

Skills

Public speaking

Recruitment experience

Retention programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Outlook

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Teams

Zoom

Job description

Hiring Department

The College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) seeks an enthusiastic candidate for the Recruitment Coordinator position to assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of undergraduate recruitment programs. The individual in this position reports to the Director of Recruitment and College Engagement and works in conjunction with the Senior Recruitment Coordinator to drive strategic recruitment efforts, expand outreach, and facilitate retention, and overall success of all members of our student community. This role includes administrative responsibilities, data collection, event coordination, mentorship, collaboration, and educator duties that shift based on student need, projects, and programming occurring during the academic calendar.

Job Description

To support recruitment endeavors, specific duties include, but not limited to:

• Conduct presentations and building tours in coordination with other recruitment staff and participate in on-campus recruitment events for prospective students and their families (some evenings and weekends required).
• Travel to high schools, community colleges, and college fairs across Missouri and select out-of-state locations to deliver presentations and represent the CEHD (some evenings and weekends required).
• Maintain accurate records and databases related to undergraduate recruitment and the CEHD Leadership Ambassador program.
• Complete administrative tasks such as registering for conferences, college fairs, travel authorization forms, travel planning, etc.
• Work collaboratively with CEHD Senior Recruitment Coordinator, student ambassadors, student workers, staff, and faculty.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Office of Recruitment & College Engagement through teamwork and shared responsibilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the college.

Success in this role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to engage prospective students and families, proficiency in developing and delivering presentations, collaboration with other units in the Division of Student Success & Academic Affairs, and the capacity to create and evaluate recruitment metrics.

Shift

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. With anticipated nights and weekends during the busiest phases of the recruitment cycle.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will have:

• Proficiency in public speaking and/or facilitation.
• Experience with recruitment and retention efforts and programming.
• Knowledge of Mizzou Education and Human Development programs and/or teacher education
• Familiarity with Outlook, Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and Zoom.
• A valid Driver's license.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $22.10 to $26.00 Grade: GGS-009 University Title: Student Service Coordinator II Internal applicants can determine your University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Online Application, Resume, Cover Letter, and References Upon Request

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.