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This is a hybrid position as a WSU employee working in the Ft Worth Metro area with regular attendance at Ft Worth area schools.
Primarily responsible for recruiting prospective students from a set territory outside of Kansas. In addition, serves as the lead recruiter for certain high schools and/or community colleges.
Recruits students outside of Kansas in designated schools and geographic regions, which includes follow-up with recruits by phone, mail and other personal communications streams to meet weekly and monthly recruiting goals.
Develops and implements recruitment programming for students, parents, and counselors. Works with campus departments to coordinate recruitment programs.
Represents the University at specified schools, college and community fairs, public presentations, and/or seminars outside of the normal recruitment territory. Contributes to overall recruitment efforts for the University, particularly in areas outside of direct responsibility.
Facilitates office coverage and participates in on and off campus recruitment programs, including group presentations; greets walk-in and scheduled visitors; maintains knowledge of all facets of the University. Markets scholarships and participates in selections process when appropriate.
Manages budgets related to program and visit expenditures. Reconciles monthly statements and billings from assigned programs and/or visits.
Bachelor’s degree in education, business or related field by hire date
One (1) year of experience in recruiting, admissions or related field
- Ability to gain knowledge of all facets of WSU student life & admissions/enrollment processes, and communicate accordingly with constituents.
- Commitment to diversity with successful experience working with diverse populations.
- Obtain functional knowledge of Office of Admissions procedures, processes, and protocols.
- Knowledgeable to work with WSU’s information systems and understand the functioning of admissions data.
- Have a sense of belonging with the team and contribute to existing team.
- Capable of self-directed time management with limited supervision to complete needed duties both for scheduled events with local area schools & WFH settings.
Valid drivers license in state of residence
This position is hybrid WFH & onsite at Ft Worth area schools.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
- Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
- Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
- Generous time off accruals
- Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 9 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
- Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
- Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Shared Leave Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart
You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide.
Requisition Details
Physical Demands
Ability to remain in a stationary position. – Frequent 60-90%
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. – Frequent 60-90%
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. – Frequent 60-90%
Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. – Rare 0-30%
Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. – Rare 0-30%
Ability to drive state vehicle. – Rare 0-30%
