Admissions Representative

• Guide undergraduate and graduate international applicants through every step of the admissions process—from initial inquiry to enrollment
• Develop and execute creative outreach strategies
• Collaborate closely with faculty and staff to highlight K-State’s top-tier graduate programs
• Use data and emerging trends to continually refine recruitment efforts
• Engage with prospective students at international and domestic fairs, high school and university visits, and virtual events

• Requires a bachelor's degree
• Valid driver's license and passport
• Fluent in English
• Three years of experience with international admissions, recruitment or related fields
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment
• Strong social and communication skills
• 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
• A consistent commitment to a high standard of excellence
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology and multiple computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office including knowledge of Excel, customer relationship manager software)
• 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
• Ability to think creatively
• Ability to problem solve effectively
• Ability to comprise effective recruitment and yield strategies
• Ability to work with a diverse clientele
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to handle the demands of multiple deadlines and interruptions
• Ability to set-up a display booth including backdrop and collateral materials
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Proficiency in a second language is helpful

• Health and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid time off