Job Description

Position Title:

Student Recruiter II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Special Required Qualifications

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a regional recruitment setting.

Experience with recruiting strategies and event planning.

Experience managing relationships with prospective students, families, and school counselors.

Experience managing and planning travel logistics and reporting.

Experience with student information systems and CRM tools, such as Salesforce, Workday Student, Slate, Student Search, or similar platforms, to track engagement and inform outreach strategies.

Experience presenting to groups, conducting one-on-one meetings, and effectively connecting with various populations in person or virtually.

Job Description:

The Office of Admissions at Iowa State University is seeking a dynamic and motivated Student Recruiter II to coordinate recruitment efforts across an assigned territory. Candidates must reside in the greater Houston, Texas area at the start of employment.

In this role, you will engage with prospective students, families, school counselors, and community organizations to promote Iowa State and guide students through the admissions process. You will have the opportunity to leverage data, innovative outreach strategies, and strong relationship-building skills to help students envision themselves as part of the Cyclone community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate recruitment efforts and activities for an assigned geographic territory.
• Display intermediate knowledge of student information systems, including Salesforce, Workday Student, Student Search, Docfinity, and others.
• Communicate with prospective students at key points in the admissions process.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with school counselors and administrative staff within the territory.
• Schedule and conduct in person and/or virtual one-on-one and group meetings with prospective students and families.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community-based organizations to support recruitment initiatives.
• Plan and participate in high school and community college visits, college fairs, and other recruitment events on- and off-campus.
• Travel extensively during peak recruitment periods (September–November and February–April), ensuring all pre- and post-travel requirements, including spend authorizations, expense reports, and post-travel evaluations are completed.
• Use historical admissions data to inform travel and outreach planning, identifying innovative strategies to connect with students, families, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with academic and student affairs departments to stay current on university programs, policies, and procedures through training opportunities.
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation in developing strategies to increase student interest in Iowa State and enhance customer service.
• Create or update recruitment content, manuals, or documentation in virtual office systems, Teams, CyBox, or the H drive.
• Mandatory travel to campus a minimum of 4 times per year to support on-campus programs, such as Experience Iowa State, Admitted Student Day, On-Cyte Orientation, Destination Iowa State, and yearly training.
• May travel domestically or internationally to support recruitment events in other territories as needed to achieve departmental goals.

About the Department

The Office of Admissions at Iowa State University is committed to supporting prospective and current students through innovative outreach, personalized engagement, and comprehensive admissions services. By joining our team, you will contribute to shaping the university’s future, fostering meaningful relationships, and enhancing the student experience. We value leadership, integrity, collaboration, and excellence, and we provide opportunities for professional growth and impactful contributions to the Iowa State community.

This is a term position with an end date of June 30, 2027, with the potential for renewal based on funding availability.

Example of Duties

• Recruits prospective students from high schools and community colleges.

• Plans events, including student open houses, visits, tours, and off-site receptions.

• Travels and gives presentations about the university to student groups.

• Participates in the selection process, including review and evaluation of candidates.

• Counsels students and parents regarding the admissions process.

• Serves as school ambassador to outside groups.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 30, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS807

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

February 19, 2026

Posting Close Date:

March 2, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R18668

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