Graduate Student Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Graduate Student Recruitment & Outreach Specialist
Department Educational Administration-1046
Requisition Number S_240196
Posting Open Date 02/29/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/15/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Graduate Student Recruitment & Outreach Specialist for the Department of Educational Administration (EDAD) is responsible for outreach to prospective online students in the department, including student recruitment, lead nurturing, and maintaining a working knowledge of campus offices and activities related to online education, and monitoring and analyzing the impact of recruitment and outreach efforts. This position will work with the customer relations management (CRM) tool through the Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) and related teams to ensure timely and consistent communications appropriate for prospective online student populations.
The Graduate Student Recruitment & Outreach Specialist will lead nurturing efforts in collaboration with the OGS and the College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS) and collaborate with both in student recruitment. The Graduate Student Recruitment & Outreach Specialist will also coordinate, write, and disseminate communication pieces for internal and external audiences using a variety of platforms (print, electronic, social media). The Graduate Student Recruitment and Outreach Specialist will support communications, special events, marketing, and public relations for EDAD and CEHS AFIRE, as assigned by the chair, including maintenance of websites, in coordination with CEHS and University Communication staff, identification, research, production, and distribution stories of EDAD students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and assistance in the planning, development and execution of the department’s marketing/student recruiting/communications plans.
The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex settings.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in in communication, marketing, business, journalism/public relations, or related field plus one (1) year of demonstrated experience managing multiple, varied long-and short-term projects in a dynamic environment; equivalent education/experience considered. Excellent oral, written communication, and listening skills and ability to work with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and current/prospective students, and the public. Ability to communicate accurately with attention to the impact of communication on the audience. Proficiency with computer software, word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and skill in using social/electronic media, writing development of newsletters, brochures, and promotional materials (electronic and print).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and professional work experience in higher education preferred. Knowledge of higher education and CRM system(s) desirable, along with Associated Press writing style. Knowledge of HTML and/or search engine optimization (SEO) techniques is preferred. Intellectually agile, enthusiastic, problem solver and team player who seeks to contribute to the success of the department. Creative self-starter with attention to detail and ability to work independently, and judgement to seek direction and/or input from others when necessary.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $43,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Elvira Abrica, Acting Chair
[email protected]
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible
Appointment End Date

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