Admissions Traveling Recruiter

Summary: The Admissions Traveling Recruiter at Messiah University is responsible for expanding the prospective student pool by representing the university at various off-campus events, including high schools and college fairs. This temporary position requires extensive travel and engagement with students, families, and school counselors to effectively communicate the university's mission and opportunities. The role is ideal for individuals passionate about higher education and student engagement, with a strong emphasis on interpersonal skills and independent work. The position is set for a limited duration from August to October 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent Messiah University at college fairs, high schools, and off-campus events.
• Engage with prospective students and families, articulating the university’s mission, programs, and opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate an 8–9 week travel itinerary, contacting high schools and event organizers.
• Maintain a consistent presence at scheduled recruitment events, including evening and weekend engagements.
• Enter and manage prospective student data in the Slate CRM system daily.
• Document travel activities, event evaluations, and student interactions in Slate.
• Provide regular reports to the supervisor regarding recruitment efforts and outcomes.
• Track and allocate travel expenses using a university credit card in compliance with university policies.
• Assist with occasional on-campus admissions events and visit programs when not traveling.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Confident public speaking skills.
• Highly self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable using CRM systems (preferably Slate) and standard office software.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and solve problems on the road.
• Understanding and support of Messiah University’s mission and values.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Grantham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other