Job Description
Position OverviewThe Undergraduate Recruiter for the School of Professional Studies (SPS) at the University of Kansas is a key member of the SPS admissions and enrollment team. This position is responsible for implementing a comprehensive, data-informed recruitment strategy to grow undergraduate enrollment. The recruiter will work closely with the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment and the Graduate Recruiter for SPS to ensure alignment across all recruiting efforts, particularly those focused on community college transfer students, adult learners, and students seeking degree completion pathways. This role is a vital part of the School of Professional Studies mission to expand access to workforce-relevant degrees and support learners on nontraditional academic journeys. The Undergraduate Recruiter will be instrumental in helping prospective students navigate the enrollment process and find their path to success at KU. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position.
The School of Professional Studies is based at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, Kansas. The Edwards Campus has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater Kansas City professional community. The campus now offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs with classes geared toward working professionals, available in the evening, online, and in-person.
The School of Professional Studies was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students lives and improve communities through innovative, student-focused, and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines, course formats, class schedules, student services, aid, and more to meet the needs of students who may work full-time, have considerable commitments outside of the classroom, have prior college-level education, or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
The School of Professional Studies delivers programs in Overland Park, Lawrence, and online. Additionally, SPS is strategically developing and launching competency-based degree programs to be delivered in an online asynchronous format. SPS is a service-orientated organization with students, faculty, staff, and community partners as key constituents. The school provides research activities and entrepreneurial initiatives that address present and future workforce needs and important community and state-wide problems in support of a vision to increase social mobility through academic experiences and professional skill building.
This is a full-time, twelve-month, benefits eligible appointment reporting to the Assistant Dean for the School of Professional Studies.
KU Benefits Information Job Description
45% - Recruitment Strategy Implementation & Outreach Collaborate with the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment and the Graduate Recruiter to develop a comprehensive, multi-year, data-informed recruitment and yield strategy. Serve as the primary implementer of the strategy through outreach to high school, community college, employer, and community-based organization partners. Track inquiry-to-enrollment trends to inform outreach, optimize travel schedules, and adjust recruitment tactics in real time. Collaborate with the SPS admissions and enrollment team to build and maintain strong relationships with high school partners, community college advisors, employer partners, and community organizations. Represent KU SPS at recruitment events, transfer fairs, employer events, high school visits, and virtual fairs. Maintain and regularly update a database of key contacts and outreach efforts in the CRM (Slate). Engage with prospective students through virtual events, webinars, and digital campaigns, adjusting strategies based on audience engagement and funnel progression.
25% - Event Planning and Communications Collaborate with the SPS admissions and enrollment team to develop and deliver presentations to prospective students, families, counselors, employers, and community-based organizations. Design and host on-campus and off-campus recruitment events, both independently and in collaboration with campus partners and external stakeholders. Coordinate and host student/family-facing webinars and virtual information sessions; assist with planning events for employer and community partners. Support the execution of SPS-specific recruitment and yield events such as Final Fridays, orientations, visit programs, and virtual panels. Collaborate with SPS Marketing, Enrollment Management Communications (EMC), and the Slate team on messaging, branding, and campaigns that support the undergraduate recruitment funnel.
15% - Transfer Student Support & Articulation Become proficient in transfer student recruitment practices and KU transfer admissions policies. Support and leverage articulation agreements and transfer pathways to streamline prospective student engagement and ensure clear, accurate guidance for transfer students. Collaborate with community college advising staff and SPS academic program directors to highlight transfer pathways and promote KU SPS programs as viable and desirable next steps.
10% - Collaboration, Supervision & Team Development Collaborate closely with SPS academic program directors, advisors, and student navigators to ensure smooth communication and referral of prospective students. Assist in the training, supervision, and professional development of SPS student ambassadors, ensuring they are prepared to represent the School at recruitment events. Contribute to recruitment team meetings and strategy sessions, sharing insights and suggesting data-informed adjustments. Provide regular updates to the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment and SPS leadership. Collaborate in analyzing data related to outreach effectiveness, funnel progression, yield rates, and event participation to continuously refine and enhance recruitment strategies.
5% - Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Associate Director and School of Professional Studies leadership Position Requirements
- Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one at the time of appointment.
- Ability to travel regionally for events.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as determined by events and coordination with supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree required at time of appointment. One year of experience in recruitment, admissions, sales, student services, marketing, or related fields. Experience applying effective interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, as evidenced in 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. Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with transfer students, adult learners, or nontraditional populations is highly preferred, include in application materials. Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Slate), Microsoft Office, and event planning tools, as evidenced in application materials.
Additional Candidate InstructionsOnly complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include: Resume Cover Letter Names and contact information for three professional references A short presentation will be expected by candidates selected to be part of the interview process.
Application review begins October 15, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Anticipated start date is December 1, 2025. Contact Information to ApplicantsDeb Carter
deb.carter28@ku.edu
913-897-8583Advertised Salary Range55,000 - 60,000Application Review BeginsWednesday October 15, 2025Anticipated Start DateMonday December 1, 2025 Apply to Job
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