Campus Recruitment Coordinator

The purpose of this position is to support the College of Agriculture’s enrollment goals by coordinating and leading departmental campus visits for prospective students and their families. This includes developing and conducting tours tailored to ...

  • 521883
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Academic Programs AG
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Closing at: Jul 21 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

The purpose of this position is to support the College of Agriculture’s enrollment goals by coordinating and leading departmental campus visits for prospective students and their families. This includes developing and conducting tours tailored to student interests, collaborating with faculty to showcase academic programs, facilities, and research opportunities, and ensuring a high-quality, personalized experience. The position works closely with the departmental team, the college recruiting staff, and the Office of Recruitment and Admissions to coordinate on-campus visit experiences, maintain consistent messaging and branding, and avoid duplication of recruitment efforts.

In addition to on-campus engagement, the position represents the department at local and state outreach events, such as 4H and FFA activities, providing soft recruitment and building awareness of departmental programs. On occasion, and infrequently, this position may travel out of state to attend recruitment events or activities that are specific to the academic major(s) the coordinator supports. The coordinator also supports or helps develop departmental summer camps for high school and junior high students, facilitating faculty participation and program activities. This role oversees ordering and maintaining inventory of departmental recruitment materials and resources to ensure events and visits are well-supported.

The position is cross-trained to assist with college-wide recruiting events and group visits as needed, including large-scale recruitment initiatives, and may provide limited support for college- and department-level engagement events and programs on an as-needed basis. By serving as a central point of contact for departmental recruitment, coordinating with faculty and ORA partners, and supporting both on-campus and outreach activities, the Campus Recruitment Coordinator plays a key role in enhancing student engagement, promoting departmental programs, and strengthening the College of Agriculture’s overall recruitment efforts. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Campus Recruitment

About Us

We're proud to be recognized as one of the nation's top ag schools. It's an outgrowth of our dedication to advancing the science of agriculture and the art of teaching. Our faculty truly care about students, colleagues and the world we serve. Every day, we put our hands and minds together to work on better ways to achieve sustainability, feed billions, build agribusinesses and improve lives with thoughtful, well-researched use of plants, animals, numbers and words. Visit our website to learn more, https://www.ag.k-state.edu/

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 high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of experience in academic services, with demonstrated experience in recruitment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead teams and work collaboratively with diverse populations.
  • Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • A commitment to fostering an inclusive and student-centered environment.
  • Experience with a university CRM.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and lead initiatives.
  • Problem-solving skills and a student-centered approach to service delivery.

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: July 21, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$50,500 - $60,500

 

 

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 and Sponsorship: 

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

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.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

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.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.