Regional Recruiter, Maryland

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; Remote; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Regional Recruiter for Maryland to represent the University at regional college fairs and high school events, primarily in Northern Virginia and surrounding states, with remote work. The role includes reviewing freshman applications and participating in campus recruitment activities.

You will develop relationships with high school counselors, coach prospective students and families, train admissions staff, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communications, English, Business, Counseling, or a related discipline; or a Bachelor’s degree with related experience equivalent to a master’s degree.
• Experience with student financial aid programs or Higher Education processes is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to enter data accurately.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills required.
• Ability to travel regionally and lift up to 50 lbs; willingness to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent the University at regional college fairs, high schools, and recruitment events in Northern Virginia and neighboring states.
• Review freshman undergraduate applications for admission as assigned.
• Participate in University-wide on-campus recruitment activities.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Travel

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree + related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title: Regional Recruiter, Maryland

Agency: VP DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY

Location: Remote

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range:

Full Time or Part Time:

Job Description:

The Regional Recruiter, Maryland will represent the University at regional college fairs, high schools, and other recruitment events in Northern Virginia and neighboring states. Review freshman undergraduate applications for admission as assigned. Participate in University wide on-campus recruitment activities. Develop solid networking relationships with high school counselors in their regional territory. Maintain communication with prospective students and families utilizing coaching techniques. Position will also supervise, train, and evaluate admissions staff.

The salary for this role is $57,772.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree in Communications, English, Business, Counseling, or a related discipline; or a Bachelor’s degree in stated fields with related experience equivalent to a master’s degree.

• Basic knowledge of terminology used in admission.
• Basic Knowledge of (or ability and willingness to learn) student financial assistance programs and Higher Education processes.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Some knowledge of expenditure tracking and accepted fiscal practices, procedures and policies. Excellent communication and public speaking skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop relationships and rapport with students and their families.
• The ability to manage several tasks/responsibilities at one time is preferred.
• Requires the ability to travel, for extended periods of time, both inside and outside of Virginia.
• It is a condition of employment to either be approved for a University-sanctioned travel charge card or have the personal means to fund travel expenditures.
• Travel costs are reimbursed by the University. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to quickly and accurately enter data into a database.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and treat confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.
• Must reside in Maryland or surrounding area to provide regional recruitment needs in this assigned territory.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with insurable driving record.
• Some prior experience working in higher education and/or customer service.

Additional Considerations:

• Successful experience in marketing or customer service and higher education or admissions.
• Some related experience working with student organizations or serving as a tour guide.