Regional Recruitment Specialist – Panhandle, NE

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Nebraska is seeking a Regional Recruitment Specialist to promote programs to prospective students in the Scottsbluff area. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. This role includes significant travel and offers a minimum salary of $43,888 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assigned projects on time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Promote the benefits of UNL to prospective students and families.
• Interact with students and families in person, over the phone, and via email.
• Utilize data to meet enrollment goals.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking experience

Ability to relate to diverse groups

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word processing software

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Presentation software

Job description

Position Information

Working Title: Regional Recruitment Specialist – Panhandle, NE

Department: Department Admissions-0959

Requisition Number: S_250463

Posting Open Date: 06/10/2025

Application Review Date: 10/13/2025 (to ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Description of Work

This Regional Recruitment Specialist is physically based in the Scottsbluff, NE area and works from the Panhandle Research and Education Center to promote the benefits of UNL to prospective students and their families within the assigned territory. The Regional Recruitment Specialist returns to the Lincoln campus office 2-3 times per year for additional training and special events. This is a possible 9-month or 12-month position, depending on the chosen candidate.

A Regional Specialist is a critical role focused on helping students, families, and supporters navigate the path to college. A Specialist will take a proactive role in supporting all efforts to increase new student enrollment but will have a specific territory of focus. Recruitment specialists will utilize recruitment tactics to effectively provide college counseling to prospective students and their families. Recruitment specialists are representatives of the University of Nebraska and the Office of Admissions, responsible for understanding the unique needs of students from all backgrounds and exhibiting inclusiveness throughout the enrollment experience.

As a representative, the Regional Specialist is expected to create relationships with students, families, counselors, and other stakeholders, responding to emails, phone calls, and other modes of communication efficiently. This role will interact with students and families in person, over the phone, and via email, or approved SMS messaging. The Recruitment Specialist may be responsible for additional projects connected to recruitment and admissions. The Recruitment Specialist is responsible for interpreting admission, financial aid, and university policy for the public. The individual will utilize data and access various systems to help the university meet enrollment goals. The Regional Specialist requires travel, many nights, and weekends during peak times.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, ability to work independently, and demonstrated ability to think inclusively about interactions and programs.
• Ability to relate to people of all age groups, academic abilities, and cultures.
• Experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assigned projects on time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive campus or community involvement as an undergraduate preferred.
• Experience as a student recruitment ambassador or tour guide in Admissions, Housing, Orientation leader, or an academic college desirable.
• Customer service experience.
• Use of data to analyze happenings and make recommendations for future work.
• Experience with extensive travel is helpful.
• Ability to analyze data.

Other Requirements

• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required: Yes
• Physical Required: No
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment and random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
• Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Salary and How to Apply

Posted Salary: $43,888/yr. minimum

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