HCOE College Recruiter (Memphis) Job at Confidential, Memphis, TN

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  • Confidential
  • Memphis, TN

Job Description

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number L24293 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department College of Engineering Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in recruiting, outreach, admissions, academic advising, counseling, student services, customer service or related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be willing to travel as needed.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

This is a limited-funded position contingent upon funding availability.

The department is especially interested in candidates with the following experience:

  • Experience working with K-12 schools, especially urban school districts
  • Familiarity with Memphis-Shelby County Schools and local education initiatives
  • Experience with public speaking, event coordination, or student advising
  • Knowledge of engineering pathways or STEM education

Work Schedule

Monday Friday
8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
May work after hours and weekends.
Extensive travel.

Posting Date 09/05/2025 Closing Date 09/19/2025 Open Until Screening Begins Hiring Range $50,000 - $60,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions

Travel is required to recruit students to increase enrollment for Herff College of Engineering (HCOE). Job Summary: The HCOE College Recruiter is primarily responsible for covering the major aspects of recruitment, admissions, and enrollment of new students to HCOE at the University of Memphis. The HCOE College Recruiter represents the college and university to prospective students and counselors when they visit HCOE and U of M, write or call the office, and when they require special programs or individual counseling. The HCOE College Recruiter implements recruiting strategies throughout Tennessee, the Mid-South and the surrounding areas, which necessitates extensive travel. The overall purpose of the HCOE College Recruiter is to take an active role in ensuring prospective students have been personally, effectively, and knowledgeably served, while working for the highest yield of enrolled students from the admitted group. Must be based in or near Memphis. It requires evening and weekend work and extensive travel. This position requires the ability to independently market and promote the college by traveling extensively to local, regional, and national recruiting events, and occasionally to international events and venues. Work involves but is not limited to, local and domestic travel, counseling and guidance of applicants for admissions, and rendering of directional services to high school and colleges in the Mid-South region and surrounding states.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Key Competencies

  • Relationship-building and networking skills
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities
  • Creativity and initiative in developing outreach strategies
  • Cultural competence and ability to engage diverse student populations
  • Public speaking and presentation skills
  • Understanding of college admissions processes
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Willingness and ability to travel within Shelby County
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new platforms

Additional Position Information Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

Recruitment and Engagement

In coordination with U of M's Strategic Enrollment Management and the leadership of the Assistant Dean of Engineering Student Services, defines and manages recruitment territories including, communicating regularly with prospective students and families and high school and community college counselors, managing selected correspondence, planning and executing on-and-off campus programs. Work involves but is not limited to, local and domestic travel, counseling and guidance of applicants for admissions, and rendering of directional services to high school and colleges in the Mid-South region.

Duties & Responsibilities

Partnership Building and Pipeline Development

Implements, develops, and evaluates new student enrollment initiatives for assigned student groups, developing recruitment strategies, assisting the college with strategic implementation of recruitment activities by identifying strong recruitment approaches and developing and executing new outreach programs. Coordinates with the Assistant Dean of Engineering Student Services to develop recruitment goals, plans, and strategies for the Mid-South region supporting all academic programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Student Communication and Application Support

Develops a proactive territory management plan to convert students through the stages of the admissions funnel from the suspect / prospect student stage to enrollment. Plans and participates in admissions recruitment events on campus and at schools in assigned territory. Consistent use of technology to facilitate communications and data-driven decision-making.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides high-level customer service to prospective students and families in the office via phone, email, and in-person meetings. This includes, but is not limited to, scheduling regular visits with students and counselors in assigned territories and focusing on maintaining strong relationships with key school contacts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides coverage for events and helps when additional assistance is needed to complete required admissions tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities

Other Duties as Assigned

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Work visa, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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