Remote Regional Admissions Recruiter

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement options

Paid leave

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks a Sr Student Recruiter AA 1 to lead regional recruitment and enrollment efforts for primarily undergraduate students. The role combines on-site events, virtual outreach, and strong collaboration with school counselors to meet enrollment goals.

The candidate will counsel students and families on admissions, financial aid, and campus visits, while coordinating outreach with alumni and regional partners. Travel and flexible hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• At least 1 year of recruitment or admissions experience.
• Resides in assigned area and can travel frequently.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and counselors.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license, personal vehicle and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Represent Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) at recruitment events and virtual activities for freshmen and transfer students.
• Counsel prospective students and families about admissions admissibility and financing.
• Engage in follow-up recruitment communications and campus visit encouragement.
• Evaluate applications, participate in scholarship review, and assist in selecting the incoming class.
• Develop and implement regional recruitment plans in collaboration with Admissions leadership.
• Travel extensively, including weekends and evenings, and work from a home office.

Skills

Relationship building

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks a Sr Student Recruiter AA 1 to lead regional recruitment and enrollment efforts for primarily undergraduate students. The role combines on-site events, virtual outreach, and strong collaboration with school counselors to meet enrollment goals.

The candidate will counsel students and families on admissions, financial aid, and campus visits, while coordinating outreach with alumni and regional partners. Travel and flexible hours are expected.