Graduate Recruiter — College of Business

Functional Title: Graduate Recruiter
Classification: Full-time staff, exempt
Division: Academics
b College of Business

Primary Function: Recruiting students to graduate business programs

Major Duties:

The College of Business has two graduate programs. A Master of Accounting which started in Fall 2020 and a Master of Science in Management which will enroll students in the Spring of 2027. Primary function of this position is to recruit students to these two graduate programs.  

The duties of this position include: 

  • On-site recruiting at relevant businesses and organizations around the South Plains and West Texas
  • Travel for recruiting events as needed.
  • Build relationships with businesses and organizations locally and regionally.
  • Respond promptly to potential student requests, including phone, email, and on-line inquiries from potential students.
  • Maintain database of potential students. 
  • Work closely with potential students as they move towards enrollment.
  • Advising students after they enroll in program.
  • Work closely with the Graduate Studies department, including the administrative assistant and Associate Provost, and program coordinators for the graduate programs. 
  • Update sections of the College of Business website that pertain to the related degrees.
  • Requires strong computer and internet research skills as well as organization, confidentiality, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors. 
  • Other duties as assigned.  

Job Requirements 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to help students, faculty, and staff in a professional manner.
  • Extensive knowledge of digital marketing, social media, and marketing trends, and the ability to navigate and manage a digital marketing campaign.
  • Knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and social media platforms.
  • Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and problem solve.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.
  • Ability to drive.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in a Business-related discipline preferred.
  • Significant sales experience preferred. 
  • Strong leadership experience.  

Physical Requirements:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee will be required to do the following: 

  • Must be ambulatory around campus and in buildings.
  • Be able to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Have the manual dexterity required to type, distribute mail, and pick up small objects.
  • Ability to talk frequently to convey detailed and/or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
  • Be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive verbal information.
  • Required to lift packages and/or move heavy objects, 25+lbs.
  • Visual abilities are required to prepare or proof documents or operate basic office equipment. 

Salary and Benefits:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403-B retirement plan with a matching option, and tuition benefits for employees and dependents. 

The University:

Lubbock Christian University is a private, masters-level university as classified by the Carnegie 

Foundation. Founded in 1957 and located in Lubbock, Texas, LCU is affiliated with the Churches of Christ. LCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges and is a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. Currently, 86 full-time faculty members serve approximately 1660 undergraduate and graduate students on the LCU campus located in west Lubbock. Lubbock is a vibrant city with a population of about 250,000. Lubbock is the educational, medical, retail, and entertainment center of the southern high plains of Texas. 

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other related job responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or other management as required. LCU reserves the right to revise or change job duties, required skills, or qualifications as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.