Senior Student Recruitment Specialist, UMKC Undergraduate Admissions

Hiring Department

Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Job Description

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is looking to hire a Senior Student Recruitment Specialist. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recruitment, this position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing admissions activities for an assigned recruitment territory to meet enrollment goals and objectives, develop programs and initiatives to support the recruitment of undergraduate students to UMKC, and support the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in meeting its goals.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

• Maintain a strong knowledge of UMKC’s programs, policies, awards, values, and distinctions.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies, plans, and goals for an assigned recruitment territory based on university data, trends, best practices, and market research.
• Develop, plan, and coordinate recruitment initiatives within the recruitment territory, including but not limited to in person and virtual high school visits, college fairs, community events, communication plans, and other initiatives focused on recruiting undergraduate students from diverse populations.
• Initiate conversations and respond to prospective student inquiries through email, phone, or in-person communications.
• Initiate and maintain positive relationships with prospective students, families, school/college counselors/advisors, and other school, agency, and community organizations.
• Communicate information about UMKC’s requirements for admission, including requirements for specific academic programs.
• Communicate with applicants regarding application materials, admissions decisions, committing to UMKC, and orientation.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal/presentation skills, and deliver informational presentations at both on-campus and off-campus events.
• Communicate financial aid and scholarship information, deadlines, and processes.
• Travel extensively in assigned territory, and strategically identify those schools with the greatest potential for enrollment and relationship growth.
• Communicate with students, both admitted and denied to the university. Counsel applicants on eligibility for admission.
• Maintain accurate reports related to school visits and other recruitment events, inquiry, applicant, and enrolled data, and communication efforts.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal constituents, and interface with various campus officials concerning student admissions and recruitment.
• Function with a high level of autonomy, including setting accountability goals, while keeping appropriate stakeholders informed of progress to goals.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Shift

Some evening and weekend work is required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $19.94 -$21.00 per hour.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: Salary Plan #008

University Title: SENIOR STUDENT RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST

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Application Deadline

For best consideration, submit application materials by April 24, 2026.

Other Information

Personal vehicle and driver’s license highly recommended based on the travel requirement for this role.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.