Curriculum & Instructional Development Specialist II (Recruitment Specialist)
Tennessee Technological University
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Posted: 30-Sep-24
Location: Cookeville, Tennessee
Type: Full Time
The purpose of the job is to recruit undergraduate students for the College of Engineering to meet annual enrollment goals. Contact prospective students to recruit and admit as well as counsel students and parents about their postsecondary education goals. Contact and correspond with high school counselors to schedule info sessions, onsite visits, and special events. Travel frequently within the state to meet college enrollment goals for an average of 3 days per week during recruiting season, including representing the college at high schools, district and statewide college fairs, and special STEM recruiting events for the purpose of recruiting prospective students. Coordinate participation of the college and its academic departments in on- and off-campus recruiting programs and events; attend applicable university functions; and conduct individual and group information sessions and provide occasional tours of the college. Work collaboratively with the college and university marketing and admissions teams in the execution of university and college recruitment plans/strategies. Monitor and evaluate progress towards recruitment and enrollment targets including collecting and analyzing related data and reports. Identify the need for marketing print and digital materials and products, including contributing to their development with the college and university marketing teams. Remain current with knowledge of educational trends, issues, and challenges for public universities and engineering and computing preparation programs. Select and purchase promotional items for prospective student visits, admissions/recruiting events, and student recruitment. Serve on project teams that enhance the development of internal processes that impact recruitment, admission, and retention of students.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Contact prospective students and school personnel to recruit and admit to the college to meet annual enrollment goals, including regular travel to high schools, college fairs, and special events. Collaborate with university marketing, admissions, and outreach teams in the execution of recruitment strategies. Evaluate progress towards targets by collecting and analyzing data and reports. Coordinate participation of the college and its academic departments in virtual and in-person recruiting programs and events both on- and off-campus, including info sessions and tours.
Identify the need for marketing and digital collateral and promotional items, including contributing to their development with the college and university marketing teams. Remain current with knowledge of educational trends, issues, and challenges for public universities and engineering and computing preparation programs. Attend regularly scheduled meetings and complete other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required. At least two years of related professional experience. Knowledge of recruitment, application or admission procedures. Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently in position responsibilities. Demonstrated enthusiasm for college student recruitment and commitment to diversity. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s in STEM field, Business, Communications, or a related discipline; Experience using CRM software. Knowledge of academic programs in engineering.
Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three professional references at time of application. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
With an enrollment of around 10,000 students, Tennessee Tech is the state's only technological university and produces practical, ready-to-work graduates from a broad range of academic disciplines prepared to compete in a technologically driven world. Here, students have the freedom to discover and pursue their passions, knowing there is a supportive community behind them. The College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments, three research centers, and the Hixson Student Success Center supported by 89 faculty and 46 staff. Degree programs include seven undergraduate degrees with a diverse range of tracks, six M.S. degrees, and a Ph.D. program covering a broad range of areas.
