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Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Graduate Recruitment Specialist to join their Talent Acquisition team in Raleigh, North Carolina . This role focuses on attracting, recruiting, and retaining top university talent for entry-level positions and internships. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive graduate recruitment strategies, building relationships with university career services, and managing the full recruitment lifecycle for early career professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the early talent market, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to source and engage high-potential candidates. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our client's future workforce. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing innovative graduate recruitment strategies and programs.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with target universities and academic institutions.
• Managing the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offer management.
• Attending career fairs, campus recruiting events, and information sessions.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and ensure effective candidate matching.
• Developing and promoting the employer brand to attract top graduate talent.
• Analyzing recruitment data and metrics to identify trends and improve program effectiveness.
• Managing and mentoring junior members of the recruitment team.
• Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in graduate recruitment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a focus on graduate or early career talent.
• Proven experience in campus recruiting and university relations.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and employment law.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for developing talent and shaping future leaders.

**Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment**
**Requisition Number:** 66886
**Location:** Boulder Colorado
**Employment Type:** University Staff
**Schedule:** Full Time
**Posting Close Date:** 03-Sep-2025
**Date Posted:**
**Job Summary**
The **_Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment_** position is responsible for representing the **University of Colorado Boulder** to various constituents including prospective students, industry leaders and community leaders. This role will be responsible for developing relationships and implementing strategies for prospective graduate student recruitment. This position will be responsible for implementing a graduate recruitment plan as developed by the Director of Recruitment and Senior Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment. The Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment will develop and deploy a wide range of recruitment strategies including, but not limited to, virtual information sessions for prospective students, social media campaigns, and off campus engagement opportunities, such as graduate recruitment fairs. Robust engagement via virtual platforms such as Zoom and LiveChat, as well as other third-party platforms is expected. This position will work with the rest of the Graduate Recruitment team to respond to phone and email inquiries.
In addition to direct student interfacing, this position is required to develop and maintain relationships with graduate departments/programs to understand their enrollment goals and develop clear lines of communication, particularly as they relate to admissions procedures. As such, the Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment will work closely with a number of different staff and faculty members across different offices and departments to ensure strong collaboration and communication between graduate programs and the Office of Admissions. The Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment will be expected to develop a robust understanding of various program admission requirements, faculty/departmental research highlights, academic and career pathways, as well as a broad understanding of campus-based resources for graduate students.
Additionally, the person in this position should be familiar with and observe professional ethics expectations including policies of the Office of Admissions and codes of conduct of professional organizations in which the university holds membership. The successful candidate will demonstrate a dedication to ethical standards and CU Boulder's value of inclusive excellence.
This position is expected to work primarily with domestic prospective graduate students but will also require significant knowledge to assist prospective international graduate students. The position will travel domestically and may need to conduct some international travel for recruitment of graduate students.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
**Who We Are**
As one of only 35 U.S. public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), CU Boulder is about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.
From offering dozens of exciting programs in a range of academic fields, to serving as one of the world's most dynamic research and innovation hubs, to working closely through hundreds of public outreach efforts with communities across Colorado and the world, we take pride in helping our students, faculty, staff, and partners turn new insights into productive outcomes that change lives.
**What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be**
_Recruitment and Outreach_ With a focus on the prospect-to-applicant pipeline responsibilities include:
+ Overseeing recruitment of prospective graduate students for all programs administered by the Graduate School. This requires maintaining professional relationships and clear lines of communication with college-level recruitment staff and/or departmental graduate program staff.
+ Advise on key points of the graduate programs offered across campus, provide in-depth consultation to prospective students through the point of application, and provide ongoing and consistent contact management throughout the admissions process.
+ Interact one-on-one with prospective students to counsel them regarding basic requirements for various degree options.
+ Counsel prospective students on the best degree programs for the individual to achieve their educational and professional goals, assist with program comparisons and make customized recommendations to each student.
+ Present to groups of prospective students in-person, virtually and via official university social media channels.
+ Facilitate interaction between prospective students and departmental administrative staff and faculty.
+ Catalog recruitment interactions within CRM (Slate).
+ Respond to inquiries via phone, email, LiveChat, etc.
+ Participate in recruitment activities alongside other Graduate Admissions Staff.
+ Participate in professional organizations such as NAGAP.
+ Manage Graduate Recruitment Team LiveChat Account. Establish staffing schedule in accordance with the team's schedule and availability. Work with the Administrative Team to manage billing and payment for account. Oversee the transfer of prospects/leads from LiveChat to Slate, working with Data Management team when necessary.
+ When necessary, provide presentations and workshops related to graduate admissions and recruitment for on-campus partners.
_Reporting, Analysis, and Data Management_
+ In conjunction with Senior Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment, track and report on effectiveness of recruitment and outreach strategies to Admissions leadership, Graduate School and other campus constituents.
+ Serve as liaison for a number of campus partners and offices, including Colorado Diversity Initiative, Graduate & Family Housing, Tuition Classification (Registrar), Graduate Student Services, Veteran & Military Affairs and the Graduate & Professional Student Government. Assistant Director is responsible for reporting any updates/changes to these offices and their policies as they relate to graduate students to the Graduate Admissions team and, when appropriate, Admissions leadership.
+ Develop an understanding of key markets and benchmark competitor institutions.
+ Management of graduate prospect data. Work with Data Management team to ensure that prospects and leads received via name purchases, fair registrant lists, and other sources are appropriately loaded into Slate with all relevant data.
_Strategy_
+ Partner with college and program constituents to identify recruitment goals and collaborate with said units to plan and implement a recruitment strategy that includes in-person and virtual events, including but not limited to: academic/research conferences, university-specific fairs, and other events hosted by third-party organizations. Additionally develop effective recruitment and outreach initiatives (webinars, outreach types, call/text campaigns).
+ Work with the other Graduate Recruitment Team members and with Enrollment Management Marketing and Communications to develop digital and print recruitment strategies.
+ Make recommendations on growth markets and potential target populations.
+ Make recommendations on lead generation opportunities, including industry partnerships and name purchase sources.
_Other Duties_
+ If applicable, supervise one full-time staff member and/or support staff, including student and temp employees. The Assistant Director will oversee the hiring, training, and mentoring of Graduate Recruitment Team's support staff.
+ Assist with large undergraduate recruitment and yield events as needed.
**What You Should Know**
+ A valid driver's license and regular access to a vehicle is needed to meet recruitment expectations.
+ Overnight, evening and weekend work is required.
**What We Can Offer**
+ The salary range for this position is $62,000 - $64,260 annually.
**Benefits**
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits ( , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder ( .
**Be Statements**
Be diverse. Be supportive. Be Boulder.
**What We Require**
+ A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
+ Minimum of two years of progressively more responsible and independent higher education or admission related experience or equivalent.
**What You Will Need**
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group and large group situations to prospective students, industry leaders, faculty and staff.
+ Ability to take initiative and work well both independently and as part of a team.
+ Ability to cultivate strong relationships, collaborate effectively with others, and establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
+ Demonstrated ability to work successfully with multicultural populations, displaying high cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence.
+ Ability to anticipate problems and use good judgment in developing solutions.
+ Proven ability to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple assignments concurrently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining adherence to deadlines.
+ Effective technological abilities, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and ability to learn CRM systems.
+ Work occasional evenings and weekends and be willing to travel domestically with limited international travel a possibility.
+ Participate in events alongside Graduate Student Ambassadors.
+ Partner effectively with the international graduate recruitment team.
**Special Instructions**
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by September 3, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. ( compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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Job Title

Assistant/Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Office Of Admissions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

Learn more information here ( !

PURPOSE

The Assistant/Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment supports the AVP of Enrollment Management in the planning, coordination, and execution of graduate student recruitment strategies. This role manages daily recruitment operations, supervises staff, and partners with academic units to meet graduate enrollment goals, while leveraging technology platforms such as TargetX CRM to improve outreach, communication, and conversion.

Functional Area 1: Graduate Recruitment Strategy & Implementation

Percent Effort: 40%

• Assist in developing and executing annual graduate recruitment plans aligned with institutional enrollment goals.

• Coordinate graduate recruitment activities, including TACRAO Graduate & Professional School Fairs and campus preview events .

• Leverage TargetX CRM to track engagement, manage communication flows, and ensure timely follow-up with prospects.

• Monitor recruitment funnel metrics to identify areas for improvement and recommend strategy adjustments.

Functional Area 2: Staff Supervision & Team Development

Percent Effort: 25%

• Supervise, train, and evaluate graduate recruitment staff, including graduate assistants and student workers.

• Provide guidance on recruitment best practices, travel planning, and event execution.

• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture focused on student-centered service.

Functional Area 3: Stakeholder Collaboration & Partnerships

Percent Effort: 20%

• Serve as a primary liaison to the College of Graduate Studies and graduate program coordinators.

• Coordinate regular meetings with graduate coordinators to share updates, recruitment data, and policy changes.

• Partner with campus units and external stakeholders to promote graduate programs and strengthen recruitment pipelines.

Functional Area 4: Process Improvement & Technology Utilization

Percent Effort: 15%

• Support efforts to streamline graduate recruitment processes and increase operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with IT and Enrollment Management staff to enhance CRM functionality and reporting.

• Ensure consistent data entry and integrity within recruitment systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

Assistant Director (Assistant Director, Recruitment)

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field

• Six (6) years of related experience.

• Additional education may be considered for substitution:

• Masters’s degree and four (4) years of related experience, OR

• Doctoral degree and two (2) years of related experience

Associate Director (Associate Director P14)

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field

• Eight (8) years of related experience.

• Additional education may be considered for substitution:

• Masters’s degree and six (6) years of related experience, OR

• Doctoral degree and four (4) years of related experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of graduate recruitment strategies, event planning, and CRM systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

• Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, business, or related field.

• Progressively responsible experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, or enrollment management, including supervisory experience.

• Experience with TargetX CRM, Banner, and other enrollment technologies.

• Knowledge of TACRAO and other higher education recruitment networks.

• Experience working in graduate program recruitment or admissions.

Salary is commensurate upon education and/or education

NOTE: This position has the possibility to be hybrid (partially remote).

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package ( and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE: (

• Medical

• $0 - $0 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ( 920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM (

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions: (

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits: (

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement ( :

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off ( :

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Position OverviewMore than perhaps any other factor, the degree to which a university attracts and retains qualified students determines the success or failure of that institution. The Enrollment Management (EM) division is a key player in this activity and has a profound effect on the institutions success. The division is committed to developing a data-informed, forward-looking, comprehensive enrollment strategy that enables the institution to pursue strategic goals in an integrated and intentional manner.

Graduate Enrollment Management (GEM) reports to the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management. The GEM unit collaborates closely with all offices within EM, the Office of Graduate Studies (OGS), and Academic Success (AS) to ensure that prospective students, applicants, program faculty and staff are supported during the graduate inquiry, application, admission, and new student enrollment process. The unit also ensures that policies for graduate admissions are upheld and formally admits graduate students on behalf of the Office of Graduate Studies.

The Associate Director for Graduate Student Recruitment plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the institutions graduate enrollment goals. This position is responsible for developing and executing data-informed recruitment strategies that support a diverse portfolio of graduate programs, including research-based, professional masters, fully online, satellite, and Competency Based Education (CBE) programs.

The Associate Director works collaboratively with academic units across the institution to ensure that recruitment efforts are aligned with each programs unique enrollment goals, structures, and target audiences. The role includes direct supervision of a growing team responsible for executing recruitment efforts, including Graduate Recruitment Specialists, a Business-to-University (B2U) Coordinator, and a team of student ambassadors.Job DescriptionRecruitment Planning and Academic Unit Collaboration (30%)

• Partner with academic units to develop a comprehensive plan for graduate student recruitment that is structured to meet both enrollment and net revenue goals, ensuring recruitment efforts reflect program-specific goals, timelines, and student profiles
• Design and implement recruitment strategies aligned with distinct enrollment goals for research-based, professional, online, satellite, and CBE graduate programs
• Use data and market analysis to inform decision-making and evaluate recruitment effectiveness
• In collaboration with the Enrollment Marketing and Communications (EMC) team and other stakeholders, research opportunities for new student growth and facilitate new program development across academic units
• Develop and cultivate relationships to create pipelines for graduate student enrollment, including opportunities to recruit KU alumni and undergraduates

Team Leadership, Supervision, and Budget Management (30%)

• Hire, train, and supervise a team of Graduate Recruitment Specialists, a Business-to-University (B2U) Coordinator, and graduate student ambassadors
• Set goals and key performance indicators, oversee daily graduate student recruitment operations, and provide professional development to build a high-performing student recruitment team
• Collaborate with the Associate Director for Operations on professional development and training for stakeholders on GEM best practices; provide expertise on workshops and training sessions focused on graduate student recruitment, ensuring consistency, clarity, and alignment with graduate enrollment goals
• Develop and maintain comprehensive playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide recruitment efforts
• Manage the graduate student recruitment operations budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with enrollment priorities
• Track recruitment activity and spending, assess return on investment, and adjust tactics based on performance data and recruitment tools

Marketing, Communications, and Outreach (30%)

• Partner with the EMC team to develop and execute segmented, multichannel outreach plans, which include automated and personalized communications highlighting KU and program-specific information
• Design and implement outreach plans to move prospective students from initial inquiry to application submission
• Collaborate with the Associate Director for Operations to develop and implement effective prospect to enrollment workflows, strengthen cross-functional communication, and ensure alignment on shared goals and responsibilities
• Oversee recruitment events (virtual and in-person) with occasional travel to on-site events
• Collaborate with EMC and Student Lifecycle Technology (SLT) teams to utilize the latest technology for student recruitment, including but not limited to the CRM and chatbot
• Partner with the Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) and Academic Success (AS) to review new student orientation material and facilitate invitations to the appropriate student audience

GEM tasks and projects and other duties or special projects as assigned by the AVP/Director (10%) Position Requirements

• Valid U.S. drivers license at the time of appointment
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment
• Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required

Required Qualifications

1. Master's degree and three years of related experience or bachelors degree and five years of related experience
2. At least two years experience supervising full-time staff as evidenced by application materials
3. At least two years of experience leading or coordinating recruitment campaigns or strategies specifically for graduate-level programs
4. At least two years of experience using a CRM system (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, TargetX), including building campaigns, managing workflows, and analyzing performance metrics
5. At least one year of experience developing and maintaining at least one comprehensive set of standard operating procedures or recruitment playbooks for internal or cross-functional use
6. At least two years of experience analyzing and presenting recruitment data and using data to make strategic decisions and adjust outreach tactics
7. At least two years of experience managing multiple concurrent projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
8. Work experience that required working independently to organize and track tasks/projects and to meet deadlines as evidenced by application materials

Preferred Qualifications

1. Doctoral degree
2. At least one year of experience with Slates CRM and application systems
3. Experience with Graduate Enrollment Management theory and practices as evidenced by application materials
4. Experience with KU graduate academic programs, graduate admission policies, and support services as evidenced by application materials

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

1. Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
2. Resume
3. List of three (3) professional references

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Monday July 21st and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to ApplicantsAmanda Ostreko, Salary Range$75,000Application Review BeginsMonday July 21, 2025Anticipated Start DateMonday August 18, 2025Apply to Job

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31233BR

Job Title:

Associate Director for Graduate Student Recruitment

Department:

Graduate Enrollment Management

Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description:

Recruitment Planning and Academic Unit Collaboration (30%)

• Lead unit’s efforts to partner with academic units to develop a comprehensive plan for graduate student recruitment that is structured to meet both enrollment and net revenue goals, ensuring recruitment efforts reflect program-specific goals, timelines, and student profiles.

• Design and implement recruitment strategies aligned with distinct enrollment goals for research-based, professional, online, satellite, and CBE graduate programs

• Use data and market analysis to inform decision-making and evaluate recruitment effectiveness

• In collaboration with the Enrollment Marketing and Communications (EMC) team and other stakeholders, research opportunities for new student growth and facilitate new program development across academic units

• Develop and cultivate relationships to create pipelines for graduate student enrollment, including opportunities to recruit KU alumni and undergraduates

Team Leadership, Supervision, and Budget Management (30%)

• Hire, train, and supervise a team of Graduate Recruitment Specialists, a Business-to-University (B2U) Coordinator, and graduate student ambassadors

• Set goals and key performance indicators, oversee daily graduate student recruitment operations, and provide professional development to build a high-performing student recruitment team

• Collaborate with the Associate Director for Operations on professional development and training for stakeholders on GEM best practices; provide expertise on workshops and training sessions focused on graduate student recruitment, ensuring consistency, clarity, and alignment with graduate enrollment goals

• Develop and maintain comprehensive playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide recruitment efforts

• Manage the graduate student recruitment operations budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with enrollment priorities

• Track recruitment activity and spending, assess return on investment, and adjust tactics based on performance data and recruitment tools

Marketing, Communications, and Outreach (30%)

• Partner with the EMC team to develop and execute segmented, multichannel outreach plans, which include automated and personalized communications highlighting KU and program-specific information.

• Design and implement outreach plans to move prospective students from initial inquiry to application submission.

• Collaborate with the Associate Director for Operations to develop and implement effective prospect-to-enrollment workflows, strengthen cross-functional communication, and ensure alignment on shared goals and responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment events (virtual and in-person) with occasional travel to on-site events

• Collaborate with EMC and Student Lifecycle Technology (SLT) teams to utilize the latest technology for student recruitment, including but not limited to the CRM and chatbot

• Partner with the Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) and Academic Success (AS) to review new student orientation material and facilitate invitations to the appropriate student audience

GEM tasks and projects and other duties or special projects as assigned by the AVP/Director (10%)

Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :

31233BR

Disclaimer:

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, , Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8-5 CT, some evenings and weekends

FLSA Status:

Administrative

Contact Information to Applicants:

Amanda Ostreko,

Required Qualifications:

1. Master's degree and three years of related experience or bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience

2. At least two years’ experience supervising and managing full-time staff as evidenced by application materials

3. At least two years of experience leading high-level, broad, or strategic planning and execution of recruitment campaigns or enrollment strategies specifically for new student enrollment.

4. At least two years of experience using a CRM system (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, TargetX), including analyzing performance metrics to develop or adjust marketing or recruitment strategies.

5. At least one year of experience developing and maintaining at least one comprehensive set of standard operating procedures or recruitment playbooks for internal or cross-functional use

6. At least two years of experience analyzing and presenting recruitment data and using data to make strategic decisions and adjust outreach tactics

7. At least two years of experience managing multiple concurrent projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment

8. Work experience that required working independently to organize and track tasks/projects and to meet deadlines as evidenced by application materials

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Employee Class:

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Advertised Salary Range:

Minimum of $72,000

FTE:

1.0

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Doctoral degree

2. At least one year of experience with Slate’s CRM and application systems

3. Experience with Graduate Enrollment Management theory and practices as evidenced by application materials

4. Experience with KU graduate academic programs, graduate admission policies, and support services as evidenced by application materials

Position Overview:

More than perhaps any other factor, the degree to which a university attracts and retains qualified students determines the success or failure of that institution. The Enrollment Management (EM) division is a key player in this activity and has a profound effect on the institution’s success. The division is committed to developing a data-informed, forward-looking, comprehensive enrollment strategy that enables the institution to pursue strategic goals in an integrated and intentional manner.

Graduate Enrollment Management (GEM) reports to the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management. The GEM unit collaborates closely with all offices within EM, the Office of Graduate Studies (OGS), and Academic Success (AS) to ensure that prospective students, applicants, program faculty and staff are supported during the graduate inquiry, application, admission, and new student enrollment process. The unit also ensures that policies for graduate admissions are upheld and formally admits graduate students on behalf of the Office of Graduate Studies.

The Associate Director for Graduate Student Recruitment plays a pivotal leadership role in advancing the institution’s graduate enrollment goals. This position is responsible for developing and executing data-informed recruitment strategies that support a diverse portfolio of graduate programs, including research-based, professional master’s, fully online, satellite, and Competency Based Education (CBE) programs.

The Associate Director works collaboratively with academic units across the institution to ensure that recruitment efforts are aligned with each program’s unique enrollment goals, structures, and target audiences. The role includes direct supervision of a growing team responsible for executing recruitment efforts, including Graduate Recruitment Specialists, a Business-to-University (B2U) Coordinator, and a team of student ambassadors.

Reg/Temp:

Regular

Application Review Begins:

27-Aug-2025

Anticipated Start Date:

15-Sep-2025

Additional Candidate Instruction:

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

1. Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications

2. Resume

3. List of three (3) professional references

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Wednesday, August 27th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Job Family:

Administrative/Management-KUL

Work Location Assignment:

Hybrid

Position Requirements:

• Valid U.S. driver’s license at the time of appointment

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment

• Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required

Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist

The Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist will report to the Associate Director of Human Resources. This person is responsible for leading recruitment efforts while supporting a range of human resources functions across the organization. This dual-role position plays a critical part in ensuring a positive candidate and employee experience, aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals, and supporting a healthy, inclusive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in both people-focused and detail-oriented work, and who brings a proactive, solutions-driven approach to HR and talent development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Promote a cooperative and respectful workplace culture by clearly communicating the mission of Phipps and the organization's management philosophy to all staff throughout their employment.
2. Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination.
3. Collaborate with hiring managers to evaluate staffing needs and develop effective, customized recruitment strategies.
4. Ensure an inclusive, positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding, reflecting the values and culture of Phipps.
5. Maintain and enhance the applicant tracking system (ATS); monitor recruitment metrics and generate hiring activity reports as needed.
6. Represent the organization at job fairs, community events, and networking functions to promote Phipps as an employer of choice and develop diverse talent pipelines.
7. Keep the Associate Director of Human Resources informed of staffing issues, employee relations, and other relevant personnel matters.
8. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with organizational policies and applicable legal requirements.
9. Support HR initiatives, including performance management, employee recognition programs, engagement surveys, and professional development efforts.
10. Serve as a resource for employees by responding to inquiries related to policies, procedures, and benefits.
11. Assist with daily HR operations, including policy review and updates, compliance tracking, and employee relations support.
12. Contribute to organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, as well as employee wellness and engagement programs.
13. Support the onboarding process by coordinating and conducting new hire orientations, ensuring a welcoming environment and timely fulfillment of equipment, uniforms, and supply needs.
14. Maintain regular contact with new hires during their initial 60 days and ensure timely completion of 60-day performance evaluations.
15. Assist with offboarding processes, ensuring all necessary documentation and procedures are completed prior to an employee's departure.
16. Provide employees with required documentation related to FMLA, disability leave, and workers' compensation, ensuring compliance and timely communication.
17. Oversee employee services and benefits programs, which may include training, wellness, employee assistance, recognition, and work-life initiatives.
18. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Exceptional organizational skills.
2. Excellent written, verbal and visual communications skills.
3. Ability to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.
4. Knowledge of computers required.
5. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines and stress.
6. Ability to communicate enthusiastic support of Phipps' mission.

Physical, Mental and Sensory Dimensions:

1. Physical mobility: sitting, standing, walking, lifting/carrying objects up to 30 pounds; manual dexterity to operate keyboard.
2. Mental effort: reading, writing, analyzing and visualizing.
3. Sensory requirement: Ability to communicate and respond both in person and over the phone to the general public, staff and volunteers in a friendly manner.

Working Conditions:

1. Ability to provide own transportation to perform principal responsibilities.
2. May require evening, weekend and holiday work if necessary.
3. Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the Conservatory or growing houses.

Minimum Position Guidelines (Education, Experience and Certification):

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. A minimum of four years of professional experience is required, including at least two years in talent acquisition/recruiting and an additional two years in general human resources functions.

Revisions, additions or deletions to this job description may be made at any point.

TITLE: Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Business

REPORTS TO: Associate Director of Human Resources

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist will report to the Associate Director of Human Resources. This person is responsible for leading recruitment efforts while supporting a range of human resources functions across the organization. This dual-role position plays a critical part in ensuring a positive candidate and employee experience, aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals, and supporting a healthy, inclusive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in both people-focused and detail-oriented work, and who brings a proactive, solutions-driven approach to HR and talent development.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming as we honor employee experiences, perspectives, and unique identities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Promote a cooperative and respectful workplace culture by clearly communicating the mission of Phipps and the organization's management philosophy to all staff throughout their employment.
2. Lead and manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination.
3. Collaborate with hiring managers to evaluate staffing needs and develop effective, customized recruitment strategies.
4. Ensure an inclusive, positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding, reflecting the values and culture of Phipps.
5. Maintain and enhance the applicant tracking system (ATS); monitor recruitment metrics and generate hiring activity reports as needed.
6. Represent the organization at job fairs, community events, and networking functions to promote Phipps as an employer of choice and develop diverse talent pipelines.
7. Keep the Associate Director of Human Resources informed of staffing issues, employee relations, and other relevant personnel matters.
8. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with organizational policies and applicable legal requirements.
9. Support HR initiatives, including performance management, employee recognition programs, engagement surveys, and professional development efforts.
10. Serve as a resource for employees by responding to inquiries related to policies, procedures, and benefits.
11. Assist with daily HR operations, including policy review and updates, compliance tracking, and employee relations support.
12. Contribute to organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, as well as employee wellness and engagement programs.
13. Support the onboarding process by coordinating and conducting new hire orientations, ensuring a welcoming environment and timely fulfillment of equipment, uniforms, and supply needs.
14. Maintain regular contact with new hires during their initial 60 days and ensure timely completion of 60-day performance evaluations.
15. Assist with offboarding processes, ensuring all necessary documentation and procedures are completed prior to an employee's departure.
16. Provide employees with required documentation related to FMLA, disability leave, and workers' compensation, ensuring compliance and timely communication.
17. Oversee employee services and benefits programs, which may include training, wellness, employee assistance, recognition, and work-life initiatives.
18. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. Exceptional organizational skills.
2. Excellent written, verbal and visual communications skills.
3. Ability to communicate well with all levels of people in a friendly manner.
4. Knowledge of computers required.
5. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines and stress.
6. Ability to communicate enthusiastic support of Phipps' mission.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND SENSORY DIMENSIONS

1. Physical mobility: sitting, standing, walking, lifting/carrying objects up to 30 pounds; manual dexterity to operate keyboard.
2. Mental effort: reading, writing, analyzing and visualizing.
3. Sensory requirement: Ability to communicate and respond both in person and over the phone to the general public, staff and volunteers in a friendly manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Ability to provide own transportation to perform principal responsibilities.
2. May require evening, weekend and holiday work if necessary.
3. Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the Conservatory or growing houses.

MINIMUM POSITION GUIDELINES (Education, Experience and Certification)

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. A minimum of four years of professional experience is required, including at least two years in talent acquisition/recruiting and an additional two years of management experience, preferably in Human Resources.

Revisions, additions or deletions to this job description may be made at any point.

About Monster Energy :

Forget about blending in. That's not our style. We're the risk-takers, the trailblazers, the game-changers. We're not perfect, and we don't pretend to be. We're raw, unfiltered, and a bit unconventional. But our drive is unrivaled, just like our athletes. The power is in your hands to define what success looks like and where you want to take your career. It's not just about what we do, but about who we become along the way. We are much more than a brand here. We are a way of life, a mindset. Join us.

A day in the life :

As an HR Specialist at Monster Energy, you'll be diving into a dynamic role where you'll take the lead in creating a thrilling employee experience! You'll be the go-to person for hiring and onboarding, making sure new team members kick off their journey with a bang. You'll orchestrate exciting new hire orientations and steer employee relations toward success, even when it comes to corrective actions. Your flair for performance management will keep our team roaring, while ensuring compliance with local laws to keep everything in check. Plus, you'll be at the forefront of awesome HR projects and initiatives, driving innovation and positive vibes across the company!

The impact you'll make :

• Assist employee relations to include but not limited to coaching and development, conducting and documenting investigations, internal assessments and partnering with management as needed to determine appropriate corrective actions. Maintain the integrity of the Companys Ethics Hotline by investigating all complaints and identifying resolutions.
• Partner with management and employees to provide advice and counseling on performance management issues, conflict management, interpretation of employment policies, and employee counseling.
• Partner with managers to recruit, complete job descriptions and requisitions, draft job offers, collect internal approvals, communicate job offers to hiring manager / candidate.
• Assess employee separations, conduct exit interviews, analyze data and make recommendations to the management team for corrective action and continuous improvement.
• New hire orientation and onboarding liaison with the hiring manager and talent acquisition.
• HR Support, responds to employee and external inquiries for assigned client group (s).
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Gather and prepare requested information for internal and external audits and assist with leaves of absence and work-related accidents. Respond to unemployment claims.
• Support client group collecting workforce planning and supporting business case to submit to executive management.
• Maintains up to date on organization charts and assists with structure.

Who you are :

Prefer a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Human Resources, Labor Relations or related field of study

Additional Experience Desired : Between 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources

Additional Experience Desired : Between 1-3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition

Computer Skills Desired : Microsoft Office, HCM System

Preferred Certifications : N / A

Additional Knowledge or Skills to be Successful in this role : Fluent in additional languages a plus

Monster Energy provides a competitive total compensation. This position has an estimated hourly rate of $24.16 - $32.21. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location.

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