Academic Recruiter

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S06857P Position Title Academic Recruiter Department Business Location Arlington Position Status Full-time Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

• Must be willing and able to travel by plane and/or automobile to conduct recruitment business.
• Occasional weekend and evening projects.

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $53,000 Pay Basis Monthly Job Summary

The Academic Recruiter recruiter undergraduate business students for programs currently offered by the College of Business at UT Arlington. Incumbent will also be involved in the planning, execution, and assessment of student recruitment related activities and/or events.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Partner with other College of Business outreach and recruiting staff to market and promote the college’s undergraduate programs off campus to businesses, community colleges, high schools and other organizations in connection with recruitment of students.
• Contribute to the creation of an effective communication and recruitment strategy to encourage prospective students to select the college. These may include mailings, phone campaigns, electronic communications, college/high school visits, information sessions and other special events.
• Attend recruitment fairs and conferences in order to establish relationships and collaborations with colleges/universities.
• Act as a liaison between schools, community colleges, and community groups and the college to coordinate group tours, presentations and disseminate admissions requirements and program details to potential students and to influencers of potential students.
• Effectively coordinate with university recruiting efforts and staff.
• Develop and maintain professional networks and technical knowledge by participating in professional conferences and workshops.
• Keep prospects informed by maintaining consistent and accurate communication from initial inquiry through the stages of applicant to enrolled student.
• Review and evaluate prospective transfer student transcripts and provide general counsel on the requirements needed for College of Business undergraduate programs.
• Continuously learn and update relevant program knowledge base to perpetuate accurate communications.
• Collaborate with Business Undergraduate Advising to facilitate communication with admitted students.
• Collect prospect data and maintain prospective student information database.
• Monitor UTA reports related to undergraduate recruitment and admissions.
• Generate and distribute to Dean, Associate Dean and/or Program Directors statistical data on applicants, newly-admitted students, newly enrolled students for undergraduate business programs.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an AACSB institution and 2 years of experience in student recruitment, admissions, student affairs, and/or customer service and sales.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual – Spanish.
• Three (3) years of consultative sales experience and marketing experience is valued.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and outside contacts.
• Requires oral presentation skills.
• Computer proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management programs) and familiar with electronic communications strategies including social media.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• Should possess a good understanding of higher education and issues related to student affairs.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

Benefits

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https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
• GED
• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of overall student recruitment (graduate and undergraduate combined) do you have?
• None/less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5 years or more
• * How many years of recruiting and/or sales experience do you have?
• 1-2 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 5 or more Years
• * Are you fluently bilingual in Spanish and English?
• Yes
• No
• * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
• Aspiring Leaders Program
• MavsSupervisor Success Program
• MavsManager Foundations Program
• Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
• None of the above

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents