Job Description

Position Purpose:

Ensure that prospective students are recruited, admitted, and oriented to the university and assist in the facilitation of recruitment, yield, and transition programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum one year experience recruiting students for educational opportunities.
• Must be able to relate well and develop working rapport with students, faculty/staff and the business community.
• Experience with managing recruiting efforts with current social media platforms.
• Ability to travel extensively (in and out of state) throughout the academic year.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the university by the university's insurance carrier.
• Ability to work extended and weekend hours.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Understanding of graduate programs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's Degree.
• Two years experience recruiting higher education students; preferably graduate students, for educational opportunities.
• Experience leading recruiting efforts in corporations and organizations that are aligned with graduate program offerings.
• Working knowledge of Oakland University's academic policies, procedures and student information systems.
• Familiarity with University support services.

About Oakland University

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.

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