37267BR

Extended Job Title:

College Recruiter

Position Description:

Represent Texas Tech University both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, staff, and faculty of colleges and universities to attract quality applicants and achieve enrollment goals. Coordinate and contribute to the success of various visit schedules for colleges and universities in the assigned area. Plan assigned recruiting events and programs. Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the university.

Requisition ID:

37267BR

Travel Required:

Up to 75%

Major/Essential Functions:

The College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University is seeking a full-time College Recruiter with a duty point at the TTU DFW Office. The College Recruiter will be responsible to assist with covering the following essential duties:

• Leader/point of contact for off-campus recruiting for undergraduate and graduate programs, including but not limited to:

• University recruiting events including Red Raider Roadshows

• Face-to-Face and Virtual Presentations to high school students, college and university students

• Parent/prospective student receptions

• High School and college classroom visits and presentations

• Drop off visits

• Attend off-campus recruiting events for the graduate programs, including but not limited to:

• University graduate recruiting fairs

• CoMC graduate programs receptions

• Visit businesses about recruiting into the professional MA program

• Attend industry organizations such as IABC, PRSA and others for the MA programs

• Serve as college liaison for HB 5 information related to endorsement areas and career pathways for high school and community college transfer students

• In conjunction with Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management & Marketing, coordinates marketing, website content, social media for undergraduate and graduate program needs

• Coordinate, in conjunction with the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs and the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies, faculty and staff members to travel to out of town events with ample advance notice and communicate travel plans so they can work with the designated staff member on their accommodations and travel applications

• Assists with/participates in/attends on-campus recruiting events as needed/when in town

• Travel to TTU Lubbock on occasion for national board meetings, alumni events and college-wide meetings/retreats

• Other duties as assigned

• All job duties subject to change as recruiting needs are assessed and prioritized.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

18.48

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Work Location:

Irving

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.A. in a academic discipline related to media and communication

• Ability to travel

• Excellent written and oral presentation skills

• Ability to interact with and build professional relationships with students, faculty and staff members, and employers

• Experience presenting information in front of large and small groups

• Experience in project management

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software platforms

• M.A. in Media & Communication, Communication Studies or related discipline

• Previous experience in higher education student recruiting

• Knowledge of HB 5 and other state policies related to career pathways for public school students in the state of Texas

• Knowledge of community college transfer policies

• Knowledge of recruiting software

Department:

CoMC Undergradate Affairs

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Academic Support Professionals

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree plus one year related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal five years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code:

3766, 9587

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code:

79R, 79T

Air Force Specialty Code:

8R000, 83R0

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code:

8411, 4801

About the Department and/or College:

The College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University fosters a culture of excellence built around local and global impact, innovative research and student success. Diverse facilities and technologies support innovative teaching and world-changing research. Learn more about the academic departments, centers and institutes (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/about/college/) within the college.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply on-line at http://careers.texastech.edu .

The search committee is chaired by Chris Cook, Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management & Marketing, College of Media & Communication. Questions may be addressed to him at chris.cook@ttu.edu . For more information about the College, see our web site at www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/ .

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.