Recruitment Manager

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 14 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 01 May 2024

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00314PO24
Job Family Enrollment Management
Job Function Admissions
USC Market Title Admissions Representative
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132608
Job Level P3 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) Recruitment Manager
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Enrollment Management
Department EM Undergraduate Admissions
State Pay Band 6
Approved Starting Salary $49,396
Advertised Salary Range $49,396
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM, One hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Extensive travel for this position is required.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Student Services


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks a Recruitment Manager to provide support to the recruitment program for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The Recruitment Manager will implement recruiting strategies year-round in locations dependent upon the needs of the office to maintain university representation in various markets across the country and the state when needed. This requires extensive travel as well as night and weekend work. The Recruitment Manager will utilize exceptional travel-planning, customer service, relationship-building, and presentation skills to present students, parents, and high school counselors with up-to-date information about the University of South Carolina student experience and advise them on admissions policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Traveling alone within assigned geographic region for student recruitment and professional development/ training events is required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge and familiarity of USC.
  • Background experience in admissions, customer service, marketing, sales, public relations, or another student personnel area.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Relate well to people, have an engaging personality, and be able to speak with confidence in front of groups, including making public presentations before large groups of people.
  • Exceptional customer service skills to ensure positive, brand-promoting interactions with prospective students/families, guidance counselors, and other constituents.
  • Exceptional workplace flexibility and travel-planning skills.
  • Able to effectively build relationships with constituents.
  • Knowledge of secondary and post-secondary school systems.
  • Able to read and evaluate academic credentials as well as market data for assigned territories.
  • Able to operate a personal computer.
  • Able to make public presentations to groups, counsel individuals, and maintain confidentiality of student credentials.
  • May be required to organize special programs.
  • Ability to drive during the day as well as at night.
  • Must have strong writing skills.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Active recruitment of a nationwide pool of students, including those who broaden diversity of the student body, through travel to high schools, college fairs, receptions, evening and day programs, extensive personal communication, and related activities. Log all activities in admissions CRM. Provide excellent customer service by providing responses to inquiries in person, by phone, and in writing. Maintain and document regular phone, email, and letter contact with students, parents, and high school counselors; thoroughly document expenses related to recruitment travel. Attending weekly staff meetings both in person and remotely via technology provided by the office.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Lead the execution of the Undergraduate Admissions’ virtual platform and serve as the main contact for virtual events. This includes, but is not limited to: admissions information sessions, prospective student/parent sessions, admitted student sessions and relevant programming for fall, spring and summer that align with/enhance marketing, recruitment, and on-campus special event strategies. Work closely with Marketing, Special Events, and all Recruitment teams to plan, executive and monitor virtual events for each recruitment cycle.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
Travel extensively and represent USC in recruiting and instructional programs. Disseminate USC admissions materials, supplies, and information. Handle speaking engagements. When in-house, conduct weekly informational admissions sessions, assist with coverage, walk-in visitors, on-campus events, and special projects as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Assist with various projects throughout the year within the Student Programs and Recruitment Support team such as: Sharepoint and Blackboard management, internal training and presentations, campus partner and college department collaboration. Produce and edit media for the Student Programs and Recruitment Support team and staff training.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Selectively review applications for admission and make decisions based on department policy. Carry out assigned special projects involving recruitment and office research, when in-house. Act as counselor/liaison with other campus offices which impact our prospective students to make students’ contracts smooth, helpful, and efficient.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Participate in intra- and inter-office planning and coordination. Participate in ongoing training to develop the professional skills needed for success in enrollment management. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date 04/17/2024
Job Close Date 05/01/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 
We are only accepting applications submitted by May 1, 2024.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities


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EEO Statement
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