Coordinator of Undergraduate Student Recruitment

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Closing Date: 06/05/2026TYPE OF POSITION: Recruitment and Admissions Workstudy Position: NoJOB TYPE: Regular WORK SHIFT: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: NoINSTITUTION NAME: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. DEPARTMENT: Associate Dean's Office Department's Website: SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES: The Coordinator of Undergraduate Student Recruitment is the initial contact for students interested in pursuing an undergraduate major in the Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, and is responsible for educating prospective students and families about opportunities available at the University of Arkansas, specifically within Bumpers College. The Coordinator will plan and host on and off-campus events for prospective student visits for schools, students, and visits from admissions as they arise. This position will develop and manage a pool of prospective students for Bumpers College and plan and implement effective recruitment strategies/events utilizing market research and ongoing trend analysis to set goals and monitor progress. The Coordinator of Undergraduate Student Recruitment will develop initiatives to promote and encourage a student body that reflects the state's college-bound population and enriches the educational experience for all UA students; plan and/or represent the university and the college at recruitment events both on and off-campus as well as both in-state and out-of-state; design and coordinate recruitment events on behalf of Bumpers College; act as liaison to the Office of Admissions; and assume other related areas of responsibility as assigned or required by Admissions and Bumpers College. Overnight travel is a requirement of this position. The Coordinator of Undergraduate Recruitment travels across the state of Arkansas and nationally. This position also requires working occasional weekends and evenings. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications: - A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education  - At least one year of experience in academic recruiting, enrollment services, academic advising OR related transferable experience in education or industry experience related to Bumpers College programs  Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education  - At least two years of experience in academic recruiting, enrollment services, or academic advising  - At least one year of experience as an admissions counselor, student ambassador, or orientation leader  - Knowledge or experience within the various programs within Bumpers College   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Knowledge of university and admissions office procedures and policies  - Proven organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, demonstrate attention to detail, meet deadlines, plan events, and think creatively  - Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including the ability to present to a large audience  - Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite Program  - Must be able and willing to travel Additional Information: This role requires a heavy travel component; up to 50% of the job will be traveling. Salary Information: $61,735.00 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Lucciana Lorenzetti All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS   Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. CONSTANT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: TalkingFREQUENT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, N/AOCCASIONAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: N/ABENEFITS ELIGIBLE: Yes