Regional Admissions Recruiter

Delta State University; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta State University in Mississippi seeks a Regional Admissions Recruiter to expand enrollment by actively recruiting domestic students across Tennessee, Arkansas, and North Louisiana. You will work under the Associate Director of First Year and Campus Tours to develop territory strategies and represent DSU at college fairs and school visits.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, strong communication and public speaking skills, willingness to travel, including evenings and weekends, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Customer service, recruitment, admissions, marketing, or sales experience preferred.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Admissions team.
• Evening/weekend work and regional travel required; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Recruit qualified domestic students in Tennessee, Arkansas, and North Louisiana to support enrollment goals.
• Develop recruitment strategies for the assigned territory.
• Attend college fairs and school visits.
• Meet with prospective students, families, and counselors.
• Assist students throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
• Build relationships with high schools, community colleges, and partners.

Skills

Customer service experience

Public speaking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Technolutions Slate

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Review of candidates will begin immediately.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Regional Admissions Recruiter

Working Title

Working Title Regional Admissions Recruiter

Position Type

Position Type Staff

Department

Posting Number

Posting Number 201201753

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Benefit Eligible Yes

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Salary Basis

Salary Basis 12 month

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Position Summary Information

Responsibilities

The Regional Admissions Recruiter is responsible for recruiting qualified domestic students throughout Tennessee, Arkansas, and North Louisiana while supporting the University’s enrollment goals. This position works under the supervision of the Associate Director of First Year and Campus Tours and performs recruitment duties both regionally and on campus. Key responsibilities include developing recruitment strategies for the assigned territory, attending college fairs and school visits, meeting with prospective students, families, and counselors, assisting students throughout the admissions and enrollment process, and building strong relationships with high schools, community colleges, and community partners. Performance will be evaluated through regular recruitment tracking, weekly productivity reports, and monthly reviews.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; at least one year of customer service, recruitment, admissions, marketing, or sales experience preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication and public speaking skills, excellent organizational and time management abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration with the Admissions team. The position requires a high level of initiative, professionalism, and self-motivation, along with the ability to manage an assigned recruitment territory and build relationships with students and educational partners. Evening and weekend work, frequent regional travel, and occasional overnight travel are required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Salary Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution and valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year customer service experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of candidates will begin immediately.

Additional Information

Open Date

Open Date 09/23/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • DSU Employee
  • DSU Job Website
  • Invited by Department to Apply
  • MS State Employment Service
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Diverse Issues
  • Indeed.com
  • Other
• How many years of experience do you have working with Ellucian's Banner platform?
  • 0>3 years
  • 3>6 years
  • 6+ years
• How many years of experience do you have working with Technolutions' Slate platform?
  • 0>3 years
  • 3>6 years
  • 6+ years

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Other Document 2

Delta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see https://www.deltastate.edu/titleix/ or email [e-mail] .