Job Summary

The Recruitment Specialist for the College of Health and Human Sciences will work with the Director of Recruitment to administer, conduct, and evaluate recruitment plans and programs.

Responsibilities Include:

• Facilitate the effective recruitment of prospective students.
• Counsel prospective students in the college search and selection process.
• Represent the university and College of Health and Human Sciences at high schools, college fairs, college and admissions receptions, and other outreach events.
• May give presentations to large and small audiences, both on campus and across the state.
• Participate in the admissions eligibility determination process.
• Answer a wide variety of inquiries from prospective and admitted students, parents, and other constituent groups.

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Two years of experience in admissions, college student recruitment, or related field.

Skills Needed:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Basic skills in Outlook, World, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with social media and publication software.
• Ability to problem-solve and utilize campus resources for individuals and groups.
• Willingness to work in a changing environment.
• Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University.

What is Helpful:

• Knowledge of undergraduate student recruitment and marketing.

Additional Information:

• This position requires the ability to travel and work weekends, based on business need.
• For full consideration, this position requires an attached resume and cover letter along with the application.
• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position   
• A background check will be required for employment in this position 
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime) 
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue University is an EO/AA university.

Career Stream

Professional 2

Pay Band S055
Job Code #20003022