Graduate Admissions Recruiter – Business & Professional Programs

Gardner-Webb University

. Recruit prospective students for assigned graduate business and professional programs, including the Master of Public Administration, and achieve enrollment goals .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeBoiling Springs • North Carolina • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in student recruitment and enrollment management, with a strong focus on relationship development, effective communication, and achieving enrollment goals. Proficient in utilizing technology for managing prospective student interactions and maintaining accurate documentation.

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Student RecruitmentRelationship DevelopmentEffective CommunicationEnrollment ManagementSlate CRM Experience

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Hard Skills

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeGraduate Student RecruitmentCustomer Relationship ManagementEnrollment PracticesSales TechniquesOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsData ManagementRecruitment Strategies

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationInitiativeSound JudgmentExceptional Student Service

Tools & Technologies

SlateBannerCRM SystemsCommunication Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationPublic AdministrationProfessional ProgramsTuition-Dependent EducationFaith-Based Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Recruit prospective students for assigned graduate business and professional programs, including the Master of Public Administration, and achieve enrollment goals
Manage prospective students from inquiry through application, admission, registration, and enrollment through personalized communication and follow-up
Communicate with prospective and admitted students by telephone, text, email, virtual meetings, and in-person appointments
Develop targeted outreach and follow-up for inquiries, incomplete applicants, admitted students, and students who have not completed enrollment requirements
Review assigned student populations and enrollment funnels to identify engagement opportunities and improve conversion
Execute program-specific recruitment plans and develop recruitment activities based on enrollment goals, market opportunities, and program priorities
Generate prospective-student interest through outreach, referrals, events, partnerships, professional networks, and other recruitment activities
Build and maintain relationships with businesses, employers, government and public-sector organizations, nonprofit organizations, professional associations, colleges, universities, community colleges, alumni, and referral sources
Identify opportunities to strengthen recruitment pipelines and develop new geographic, organizational, professional, and program-specific markets
Represent Gardner-Webb at graduate fairs, career fairs, professional conferences, employer events, colleges and universities, community events, virtual programs, and other recruitment activities
Maintain current knowledge of assigned programs, admission requirements, curriculum, delivery formats, faculty, outcomes, professional opportunities, and student experience
Provide timely, accurate, personalized, and professional information throughout the recruitment and enrollment process
Help prospective students understand program options, admission requirements, application procedures, enrollment expectations, and next steps
Identify application or enrollment barriers and connect students with university resources
Coordinate with Financial Planning regarding financial aid, affordability, and available resources
Develop working relationships with academic leaders, faculty, employers, government agencies, public and nonprofit organizations, professional associations, and other external partners
Partner with Marketing on program-specific recruitment communications, outreach, and promotion
Collaborate with Enrollment Operations, Financial Planning, the Registrar, Student Accounts, and other offices to support the transition from prospective student to enrolled student
Maintain accurate recruitment activity and communication documentation in Slate
Monitor prospective students and applicants to support progression through application, admission, registration, and enrollment
Follow graduate admission policies, procedures, and recruitment practices while maintaining confidentiality of student information
Participate in Graduate Admission and Enrollment Management teams, recruitment events, training, meetings, and enrollment initiatives
Support the Christian mission and values of Gardner-Webb University
Travel as needed and participate in evening and weekend recruitment activities
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
At least one year of professional experience in college admission, student recruitment, business, public service, relationship development, sales, customer service, or a closely related area
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships with prospective students, academic partners, employers, professional organizations, and community partners
Ability to communicate effectively and consistently with a high volume of prospective students while providing personalized service
Ability to manage multiple programs, student populations, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently, take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and work collaboratively as part of a team
Experience using technology to manage communication, records, or customer relationships
Commitment to exceptional student service, ethical admission practices, confidentiality, and accurate representation of the university
Personal and professional values consistent with the Christian mission of Gardner-Webb University
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel on behalf of the university
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required during recruitment seasons and enrollment events
Preferred: Master’s degree
Preferred: Experience in graduate or professional student recruitment
Preferred: Experience recruiting or working with students in business, management, accounting, public administration, public service, or related academic or professional fields
Preferred: Experience developing relationships with businesses, employers, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, professional associations, colleges and universities, or other sources of prospective-student referrals
Preferred: Demonstrated success achieving recruitment, enrollment, sales, or other measurable relationship development goals
Preferred: Experience with Slate CRM and Banner or comparable systems
Preferred: Familiarity with the enrollment environment of private, tuition-dependent, or faith-based higher education
Ability to travel by automobile and other forms of transportation for recruitment activities
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain any credentials required by university policy
Ability to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends during peak recruitment periods
Ability to lift and transport recruitment materials weighing up to 30 pounds
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement matching
Tuition remission
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short term/long term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
17 paid holidays
Wellness opportunities
On-campus health center