Recruitment Coordinator & Academic Advisor

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 38,700 - 47,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship

Retirement plans with university match

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Recruitment Coordinator & Academic Advisor to develop strategic marketing plans, conduct campus visits, and strengthen recruitment pipelines across Agricultural Systems Technology, Agricultural Engineering, and Biological Systems Engineering.

The role includes advising undergraduates, supporting admissions processes, and managing recruitment data, with some travel including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, technology, marketing or related field(s) plus two years of experience in recruiting, public relations, student services, sales, marketing or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to utilize online platforms to provide advice/assistance to others.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a strategic plan for marketing and recruitment of students into the majors.
• Conduct campus visits, school visits, and statewide recruitment events.
• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, counselors, teachers, alumni, and industry stakeholders.
• Coordinate on-campus recruitment activities with Recruitment Committee and Student Ambassadors.
• Advise undergraduate students in assigned majors and support advising efforts.
• Provide support for recruits during the application and admission process and manage recruitment data.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering/marketing or related field

Job description

Working Title

Recruitment Coordinator & Academic Advisor

Department

Biological Systems Engineering-0833

Description Of Work

The Department of Biological Systems Engineering ( BSE ) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a nationally recognized, comprehensive program with over 100 years of excellence in teaching, research, and extension.

• Create and implement a strategic plan for marketing and recruitment of students into the Agricultural Systems Technology, Agricultural Engineering, and Biological Systems Engineering majors.
• Conduct individual campus visits, school visits, and participate in statewide recruitment events to promote the Department and recruit prospective and transfer students.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high schools, community colleges, counselors, teachers, Extension Educators, alumni, and industry. stakeholders to strengthen recruitment pipelines
• Coordinate on-campus recruitment activities and collaborate with the Recruitment Committee, Student Ambassadors, and other university partners to support engagement efforts.
• Advise undergraduate students in one or more of the assigned majors and support advising efforts across the Department.
• Provide support for recruits during the application and admission process, including new student enrollment, and manage the undergraduate recruitment data and reporting functions for the Department.

Some travel is required, including evenings and weekends as needed for recruitment activities.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL : https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, technology, marketing or related field(s) plus two years of experience in recruiting, public relations, student services, sales, marketing or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to utilize online platforms to provide advice/assistance to others.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• Familiarity with academic programs relevant to the position.
• Experience working in higher education, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• Marketing, recruitment or sales experience.
• Knowledge of university and college admissions procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant career opportunities for graduates.

Posted Salary

$43,000/year minimum