University of Maryland: Coordinator, Recruitment and Admissions

The Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator position involves developing and implementing programs for student outreach, recruitment, and admissions for the University of Maryland School of Public Health with appropriate constituents and communities, and educating the public about programs, admissions requirements, and processes, with a focus on graduate-level and dual-degree programs. The Coordinator assists the Director of Graduate Student Services and other school staff with coordination of the graduate admissions processes for the various on campus and online graduate programs, as well as supporting various graduate student events. Major responsibilities include:

·       Organize, schedule, and attend graduate program recruitment events (on campus, MD/DC/VA, Eastern Region, National)

·       Serve as a point of contact for prospective students about academic programs and admissions inquiries, and serving as a liaison with different program directors.

·       Assist with graduate admissions processes.

·       Organize and implement admissions events (Open House, Admitted Students Day).

·       Organize and implement graduate student events and professional development workshops (Orientation, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

·       Master’s degree in higher education, public health, student affairs, counseling, or a related discipline.

·       One year of professional experience working in college/university services.

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, as well as experience with students from diverse backgrounds.

·       Detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and able to create and maintain various databases.

·       Demonstrated skill and experience in collaboration, the ability to interact well with colleagues, faculty, students, and both internal and external audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Direct student academic recruitment and admissions experience.

·       Demonstrated skills in social media management and promotional materials development.

·       Basic web design skills.

Apply online via https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/75170