Graduate & Professional Studies Recruiter

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill two Graduate & Professional Studies Recruiter positions in Wichita Kansas. This position secures student enrollment for designated academic programs.  The recruiter will serve as a representative of Friends University to prospective students interested in on-ground and online programs.  The recruiter is a front-line sales and customer service representative responsible for responding to new and existing inquiries via phone, email, chat, and any other form of communication necessary. Responsible for lead generation as well as recruiting and is the initial formal contact for inquiries coming into the university.  The primary focus will be to sell online and/or on-ground degree programs.  Responsible for generating and converting inquiries to applications and establishing and maintaining relationships with prospective students to help meet enrollment and customer satisfaction goals.  Responsible for daily prospect pool ranking, management and maintenance through daily prospecting/telemarketing efforts to meet required contact expectations.  Schedules, plans, and attend information meetings, registration meetings, and/or workshops to recruit and provide information to prospective students.  Develops, schedules, and staff recruitment activities including but not limited to education fairs, community college visits, corporate visits and other activities in support of enrollment goals.  Assists in educating the public in Wichita and surrounding areas about Friends University degree offerings in support of university outcomes and strategic marketing initiatives. Assists walk-in students with program selection and program questions.  Partners with Academic Success Coaches to make sure students are enrolled.

Work hours are normally between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and average 40-45 hours per week.  Some evening and /or weekend hours may be requested/required.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Two years direct recruitment experience in higher education or education industry preferred.  Computer proficiency necessary (Microsoft Office products preferred).

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, communications, and/or business management, or equivalent education is required.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.  Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required. Possess a thorough understanding of the principles of recruitment and admission activities; knowledge of financial aid strategies, exceptional interpersonal leadership, and customer service skills; and the ability to serve as a team player in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

Possess initiative and ability to achieve class enrollments commensurate with the university's expectations. Must be a self-starter.

Please visit our employment site at www.friends.edu/employment to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.