Part-Time Graduate Student Recruitment Specialist
Job ID: 319377
DepartmentLUDDY ADMINISTRATION (BL-INAD-IUBLA)
JobSummary
The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering is seeking a Part-Time Graduate Student Recruitment
Specialist. This position is responsible for identifying, engaging, and enrolling working professionals into graduate degree programs and
continuing education opportunities. The role focuses on recruiting individuals currently in the workforce who are seeking to advance their
skills, earn an online degree, or meet professional certification goals.
Department Specific Responsibilities
- Reports to the Graduate Director of Recruitment and Admissions.
- Strategically designs, plans, and executes recruitment
events targeted toward working professionals and prospective online graduate students. - Supports broader graduate recruitment efforts
through participation in local and regional recruitment activities, including career fairs, graduate school fairs, information sessions,
online learning events, conference exhibits, employer-sponsored events, and other outreach opportunities. - Hosts and facilitates
outreach events such as lunch-and-learns and other engagement opportunities with workforce and employer partners. - Identifies,
prospects, and cultivates relationships with working professionals who may be interested in graduate degree programs or continuing education
opportunities. - Builds and maintains partnerships with employers, industry organizations, and professional associations to promote
academic programs and create educational pathway opportunities. - Stays informed about workforce trends, industry needs, and
competitor offerings to identify emerging recruitment and program opportunities. - Assists with enrollment outreach and follow-up
communications with prospective students. - Coordinates and/or attend professional and student-focused events where prospective
students may be present, including meetings, conferences, symposiums, networking events, and industry gatherings. - Collaborates with
the Director of Recruitment and Admissions to develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies for targeted populations, including
current students, alumni, working professionals, and corporate partners. - Partners with Luddy staff and faculty to organize online
information sessions, recruitment events, and early advising opportunities for prospective students. - Coordinates the involvement of
current students and alumni in recruitment and outreach activities. - Assists with utilizing CRM and Slate systems to manage
prospective student communications, create email journeys, track interactions, and collect recruitment data. - Assists with reporting
and analyzing recruitment metrics, including event attendance, inquiry generation, application activity, and conversion
rates. - Provides timely and personalized follow-up to prospective students through phone, text, email, and virtual
meetings. - Advises prospective students regarding admissions requirements, application processes, program options, and enrollment
pathways. - Reviews applications for completeness and ensure all admission requirements have been satisfied.
- Delivers
exceptional customer service while representing the Luddy School and promoting its graduate and continuing education
programs. - Responds to and resolve questions from prospective students, faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding admissions
policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements. - Presents continuing education and graduate program opportunities to local
employers, workforce partners, and professional organizations. - Maintains the confidentiality and integrity of all student records,
admissions documents, and institutional information. - Responds promptly to phone and email inquiries regarding admissions processes,
application status, and enrollment-related questions.
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED).
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 2 years of office, recruitment,
admissions, customer service, or related experience.
Preferred
- Experience working in a higher
education or university setting.
SKILLS
Required
- Strong verbal communication and
active listening skills. - Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism when interacting with prospective students, employer
partners, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. - Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, and attention to
detail. - Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment while managing multiple priorities. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other office software platforms and
systems. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.
- Strong interpersonal,
relationship-building, and networking skills. - Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and
initiative. - Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to providing a positive experience for prospective students and
partners. - Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze recruitment data and use metrics to
inform outreach and engagement strategies.
$22.00 per hour
BenefitsOverview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive
medical and dental insurance - Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible
spending accounts - Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness,
and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance - Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to
vesting - Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU
courses - 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents
and IU-sponsored volunteer events - Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
JobClassification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family:
Part Time Employee
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