Admissions Representative - International

Kansas State University is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic International Recruiter to help us attract the next generation of leaders and innovators.

  • 519541
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Recruitment and Admissions
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Opening on: Apr 2 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

What You’ll Do:

Guide Undergraduate and Graduate international applicants through the admissions process, from inquiry to enrollment.

Develop and execute creative strategies to engage prospective students.

Collaborate with faculty and staff to showcase our top-tier graduate programs.

Use data and trends to optimize recruitment efforts.

Be the face of K-State at international and domestic fairs, visits to high schools and universities, and virtual events.

 

What We’re Looking For:

A people-person with excellent communication skills.

Experience in recruitment, admissions, or related fields.

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple tasks.

Tech-savvy and comfortable with CRM systems.

About Us

Recruitment and Admissions promotes student success by engaging future, new and current students and families with the K-State community in a spirit of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site.

 

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior work experience in seeking, attracting, and successfully recruiting prospective international students (domestically and/or internationally), with the goal of significantly increasing international student enrollment at Kansas State University.

Experience working in a higher education environment.

Ability to travel abroad for periods of time.

Provide positive and proactive customer service to families and international students at all stages in the application process.

Proficiency in language(s) other than English.

Experience living/studying in other countries and cultures and working with non-native English speakers.

Experience with learning management systems, electronic calendaring systems, and web-based customer relations management or recruitment programs

Well-developed computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office programs such as Access, Excel and Word

Experience appropriately handling confidential information

Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail

Familiarity with educational student services

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines

Demonstrated success working independently as well as in a team environment

Demonstrated dependability and strong customer service experience

Ability to understand, interpret and implement policy and procedures, to think creatively, to problem solve effectively, and to comprise effective recruitment and yield strategies

Ability to work with a wide variety of clientele, to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and to handle the demands of multiple deadlines and interruptions

Ability to set-up a display booth including backdrop and collateral materials

This position requires significant international travel. Ability to occasionally work outside of typical business hours on an as-needed basis is required for work with individuals in different time zones. Evening and/or weekend hours may be necessitated by international travel, project deadlines, or special events.

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and passport
  • Ability to travel internationally

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resume
  3. Contact information of three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$42,216 - $53,819

 

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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