What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Officer position at Arkansas Tech University?
Department: Admissions
Application Deadline: May 4, 2026
Salary: $38,100
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
The Admissions Officer reports to the Associate Director of Recruitment under the auspices of Enrollment Management. The position is twelve months, full-time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Admissions Officer will assist with all recruitment activities on behalf of the Office of Admission.
These include, but are not limited to:
Travel during and after normal business hours to represent the university at recruitment events and activities, in and out*of*state, year-round.
Develop and conduct recruitment presentations on and off campus.
Organize and plan outreach opportunities with community leaders, organizations and groups; including campus visit days and other recruitment initiatives.
Counsel prospective students and families with regards to admissions.
Enter prospective student data into the Student Information System and/or Customer.
Relationship Management system, as well as maintain and run reports from these systems for the assigned territory.
Extensive prospective student profile management to include data entry, data analysis, emailing, calling, and texting.
Plan travel according to state guidelines.
Build mutually beneficial, positive working relationships with assigned high school counselors and representatives.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft office and relevant technology required.
Extensive travel is a mandatory job requirement; therefore, applicants must be able to qualify to drive on state business.
Ability to take direction and organize multiple tasks and documents that have been concurrently assigned.
Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
Effective interpersonal communication, writing and organizational abilities.
Ability to be organized and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a higher education environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar technology platforms.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
Experience in recruiting.
Demonstrated engagement and involvement in community.
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:
Duties include office work and travel around Arkansas and bordering states.
Travel will be mandatory with some overnight stays.
Therefore, applicants must be able to qualify to drive on state business.
Some moderate lifting and prolonged siting and standing is required.
What to Submit:
Cover letter.
Resume.
Copies of transcripts (unofficial accepted).
Contact information for three references.
To be considered for the position of Admissions Officer, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on May 4, 2026, before 6:00 pm central time.
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Salary : $38,100