College Recruiter

Requisition Number

37267BR

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.

Department

CoMC Undergradate Affairs

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.

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 within the college.

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.

Required Qualifications

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

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

Safety Information

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

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply on-line at

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 . For more information about the College, see our web site at

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

18.48

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

Travel Required

Up to 75%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

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.

Air Force Specialty Code

8R000, 83R0

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

79R, 79T

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8411, 4801

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

3766, 9587