This Regional Recruitment Specialist is physically based in Dallas/Ft. Worth and works from a home office to present the benefits of UNL to prospective students and their families within the assigned territory. The Regional Recruitment Specialist returns to the Lincoln Campus office 2-3 times per year for additional training and special events. Specialist is responsible for creating, implementing, and assessing UNL’s strategic outreach efforts in assigned territory. This position will represent UNL at high school visits, college fairs, community college visits, and other external events. Responsible for interpreting admission, financial aid, and university policy to the general public. This position requires many nights and weekends during peak times.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Bachelor’s degree plus one year of marketing, sales, recruitment or related experience required. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills. Public speaking experience necessary. Ability to work independently essential. Must have willingness to move to assigned territory. Ability to relate to people of all age groups, academic abilities and cultures required. Experience with Microsoft Office software necessary.

Experience working as a student recruitment ambassador or tour guide in Admissions, Housing, Orientation leader, or an academic college preferred. Experience with extensive travel helpful. Extensive campus involvement as an undergraduate. Enthusiasm for representing UNL to the public desirable.

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