Admissions Representative

About This Role

In this dynamic and student-centered role, you will guide undergraduate and graduate international applicants through every step of the admissions process—from initial inquiry to enrollment. You will develop and execute creative outreach strategies, collaborate closely with faculty and staff to highlight K-State’s top-tier graduate programs, and use data and emerging trends to continually refine recruitment efforts. As a key representative of the university, you will engage with prospective students at international and domestic fairs, high school and university visits, and virtual events. This position is ideal for someone who is personable, highly organized, tech-savvy, and experienced in recruitment, admissions, or related fields.

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 collaboration, and excellence.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager.
• Valid driver's license and passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluent in English
• Three years of experience with international admissions, recruitment or related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization skills, and the ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment.
• Strong social and communication skills and the ability to engage with others of different backgrounds.
• Comfort in planning and conducting extensive travel independently both in international and domestic markets
• Knowledge of basic concepts of higher education structure in the United States.
• Self-motivation, a team attitude, and a consistent commitment to a high standard of excellence are preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology and multiple computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office including knowledge of Excel, customer relationship manager software), and efficient use of e-mail.
• 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 diverse 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
• Proficiency in a second language is helpful.

Additional Role Information:

• Ability to travel abroad for periods of time.

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:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three professional References

Application Window

Applications close on: February 20,2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$ 42,216.00- $ 53,819.00