Fresno Graduate Recruiter
Part time / Temporary through April 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION:
The Fresno graduate recruiter is a staff position and reports to the director of graduate admissions. The recruiter will assist in the recruitment and counseling of prospective students for FPU main campus and North Fresno, informing prospective students about the programs and services offered for graduate studies. The recruiter will also conduct individual and group presentations and follow up new contacts from inquiry to enrollment. The recruiter will primarily work with business programs at FPU.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the marketing and recruitment of new students from inquiry to enrollment.
- Participate in the annual planning of the recruitment calendar.
- Communicate with prospective students and advise them through the admissions process.
- Work with the graduate program directors to follow up with the applications for their programs.
- Meet with the graduate programs directors on a consistent basis to establish a vision for increasing enrollment.
- Conduct individual and group presentations at the local business and education employers in the area.
- Coordinate community outreach events and booth set up.
- Organize and conduct graduate information meetings.
- Track student inquiry information and complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Travel locally and regionally to recruitment fairs.
- Work with regional center recruitment team to improve the communication processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent oral and written skills
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, conducting self in a professional manner
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
- Willing to work afternoon/evenings and occasional weekends
- Experience working with K-12 educational institutions and/or business related field
- Willing to travel regionally
- Commitment to the Christian mission of the University
Desired:
- Enrolled in or completion of a master’s degree program.
- 1-2 years experience in a university setting
- Familiar with basic recruitment, enrollment and financial aid procedures
- Experience in computer entry
- Prior public relations, and/or marketing experience helpful
UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTION:
Fresno Pacific University is a Christian university affiliated with the Mennonite Brethren Church. The university offers bachelor's and master's degrees in the arts, sciences and professions. In addition, extensive professional development coursework is offered. The university is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. It is known for its academic excellence, strong sense of community and Christian commitment. All employees of the university must express a personal Christian commitment and support the Christian mission of the university.
COMPENSATION:
Dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Download and complete an application form.
Send completed applications to
- Jodie Tally
- Fresno Pacific University
- 1717 S. Chestnut
- Fresno, CA 93702-4709
- Phone: 559-453-2245
FAX: 559-453-5514
Fresno Pacific University provides equal opportunity for employment without regard for race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
The university reserves the right to fill positions before the application deadline or to extend the deadline as circumstances may warrant.
