Program Coordinator I, Recruiting and Admissions

Job Title

Program Coordinator I, Recruiting and Admissions

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Mba Program Office

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,910.33 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

Are you passionate about higher education and skilled in building meaningful connections? The Online MBA Program at Mays Business School is seeking a dynamic and driven Admissions & Recruitment professional to become our next MBA Program Coordinator. You will lead strategic outreach, engage with prospective students, and support the admissions process from first contact to enrollment. This role offers a unique opportunity to liaise with high-level alumni, private sector executive leaders and other stakeholders as you represent our nationally recognized program at events across the country—and occasionally around the globe—while shaping the future of our student community.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-centered environment and enjoy event planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative marketing efforts, we invite you to apply and help us grow the next generation of business leaders.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Recruitment and Outreach

• Engage with prospective students, alumni, and industry leaders to build a strong applicant pipeline.

• Represent the Online MBA program at recruiting fairs, professional events, and information sessions—locally, nationally, and occasionally internationally.

• Will be required to drive a university or other motor vehicle to attend MBA recruiting fairs throughout the country.

• Collaborate with marketing to develop and execute recruitment strategies and promotional materials.

• Monitor peer institutions to stay current on recruitment trends and best practices.

Admissions Processing

• Review and evaluate applications, recommending candidates for interviews.

• Conduct applicant interviews and contribute to admissions decisions.

• Track and report admissions data to support program goals.

Event Planning and Student Engagement

• Plan and execute recruitment events, including information sessions, admitted student events, and networking opportunities.

• Meet individually with prospective students to advise on program fit and application planning.

• Respond to inquiries regarding program offerings and financial aid options.

 

What You Need to Know  

Salary Range: $46,924 - $55,000/annually (Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.)

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.  These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume. 

Other Requirements and Factors: This is an in-person opportunity which requires some nights and weekends, working on/off campus outside of normal business hours to attend professional events, information sessions, and MBA recruiting fairs in Texas, throughout the country, and possibly internationally.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Two years of experience in higher education recruiting, higher education admissions, or related experience.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business administration, education administration, marketing, counseling, or related field.

• Four years of experience in graduate admissions, graduate/working professional recruiting, sales, marketing, business, and/or higher education, including at least two years in a direct selling or recruiting role.

• Reporting proficiency with MS Excel or similar software.

• An Aggie Ring is welcome.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Verbal and written communication skills.

Who We Are  

Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School’s vision is to advance the world’s prosperity. To advance the world’s prosperity means providing a better future for generations who follow, including quality of life, environment, and economic systems. To fulfill this vision, our mission is to be a vibrant learning organization that creates impactful knowledge and develops transformational leaders. mays.tamu.edu

 

Mays Business School Graduate Programs Mays offers Full-Time, Professional, Executive, Flex Online MBA programs as well as a unique MBA + M.S. Analytics program. Our program helps students advance their careers by mastering core business knowledge, honing skills through high impact learning experiences, developing personalized leadership styles, and leveraging the power of the global Aggie Network. 

Why Texas A&M University?    

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical,  prescription drug,  dental,  vision,  life and AD&D,  flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance  with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  

• 12-15 days  of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation  each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time   

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well,  a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 

Instructions to Applicants:  Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.   

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.