Overview
Job Location:
Ames, IA
Position Title:
Student Recruiter II
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience
Special Required Qualifications
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with transfer student populations, particularly from community colleges.
Proficiency in using CRM systems like Salesforce or Slate for recruitment and communications.
Experience planning or supporting large-scale recruitment events or campus visit programs.
Experience working within a territory management model in student recruitment.
Job Description:
Are you passionate about helping students find their place and purpose in higher education? The Office of Admissions at Iowa State University is seeking a Student Recruiter II to specialize in recruiting transfer students—primarily from community colleges in Iowa and surrounding states. In this role, you’ll be the face of Iowa State to prospective students and their families, forming meaningful connections that support students through their journey to Cyclone Nation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who excels in communication, values collaboration, and is driven by results in a fast-paced, student-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a designated recruitment territory using data-driven strategies.
- Utilize systems like Salesforce, Workday Student, and DocFinity for recruitment efforts.
- Communicate with prospective transfer students throughout the admissions process.
- Build and maintain relationships with counselors, advisors, and campus/community partners.
- Host virtual student meetings and collaborate with external organizations.
- Attend college visits, fairs, and recruitment events on and off campus.
- Travel during peak seasons and handle related administrative tasks.
- Use data to inform outreach and explore creative recruitment methods.
- Serve as Main Point of Contact and give enrollment presentations.
- Stay informed on university programs, policies, and procedures.
- Innovate to boost student engagement and enhance service.
- Mentor new staff in recruitment and travel planning.
- Help create and update recruitment materials and documentation.
- Travel as needed to support broader recruitment goals.
- Assist with key admissions events and campus-wide programs.
About the Office of Admissions:
The Office of Admissions at Iowa State University is dedicated to supporting prospective and current students through a range of services, outreach initiatives, and innovative programs. Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of the university by fostering an engaging admissions process.
By joining our team, you will become part of an organization that values leadership, integrity, hard work, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence and service. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact, grow your career, and help shape the future of Iowa State University, this is the place and position for you!
Example of Duties
• Recruits prospective students from high schools and community colleges.
• Plans events, including student open houses, visits, tours, and off-site receptions.
• Travels and gives presentations about the university to student groups.
• Participates in the selection process, including review and evaluation of candidates.
• Counsels students and parents regarding the admissions process.
• Serves as school ambassador to outside groups.
Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS807
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date:
May 28, 2025
Posting Close Date:
June 8, 2025
Job Requisition Number:
R17129
