Student Recruitment & Engagement Specialist

Kent State University; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University in Kent, OH is seeking a Student Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator to enhance campus recruitment efforts and coordinate outreach activities across programs.

The role reports to a designated supervisor and involves collaboration with college staff, developing strategies to recruit and retain students, managing CRM data, coordinating events, and supporting tours and outreach initiatives regionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least two years’ experience.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with college staff to develop recruitment, retention, and outreach strategies.
• Coordinate and implement recruitment activities for targeted student populations.
• Manage student tours/visits and engage area middle/high schools.
• Support communications and marketing efforts for recruiting materials.
• Analyze student data in university CRM systems.
• Supervise student employees and interns.
• Participate in departmental and university committees.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP system

Database skills

Job description

Kent State University in Kent, OH is seeking a Student Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator to enhance campus recruitment efforts and coordinate outreach activities across programs.

The role reports to a designated supervisor and involves collaboration with college staff, developing strategies to recruit and retain students, managing CRM data, coordinating events, and supporting tours and outreach initiatives regionally.