Coordinator of Recruitment, Retention, and Scholarships Department:

College of Education

• 260000 Minimum Qualifications The following qualifications are required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum of 2 years of related experience (admissions, event planning/coordination, financial aid, scholarships, or related field) Strong writing skills Strong interpersonal skills Work experience showing strong organizational skills Strong attention to detail License/Certification Required Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Communication, Business or a related field Five years of higher education experience in Admissions, Enrollment Management, Event Planning, Scholarships or related field Budgetary/fiscal management experience Experience with the scholarship process at Appalachian Experience with event planning Knowledge of university systems•Banner, ASAP, SLATE or equivalent Experience with marketing and public relations Experience with enrollment management/admissions Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Coordinator has the following duties and responsibilities: Recruitment and Retention Coordination Coordinate recruitment and retention events for RCOE programs Work closely with the RCOE Communications Director to develop marketing and social media materials for RCOE programs Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Operations to analyze enrollment data and develop strategies to address enrollment challenges Work closely with the Associate Deans and RCOE Director of Assessment and Accreditation to develop recruitment plans for both undergraduate and graduate enrollment Liaise with the Associate Director of Admissions•Recruitment and Special Programs and the Graduate School to develop strategies to recruit undergraduate and graduate students Engage with community college partners and the Director of Partnerships and Engagement to develop recruitment opportunities and supports Serve on the RCOE Recruitment and Retention Committee Scholarships Coordination Ensure timely distribution and organization of incoming freshmen, continuing, and graduate scholarship opportunities.

Market, recruit and publicize the 100+ RCOE scholarships. Work closely with App State's North Carolina Teaching Fellows Director, Appalachian Community of Education Scholars (ACES) Coordinator and other RCOE James Center for Student Success and Advising staff to provide programming and learning opportunities about scholarships Chair RCOE Scholarship committees for all incoming, continuing, and graduate students and oversee scholarship awards. Develop and provide data and reports related to scholarships annually and/or upon request. Manage and maintain all RCOE scholarship budgets. Utilize the University's scholarship portal to manage, update and maintain RCOE scholarship awards and donor agreements. Work closely with the RCOE Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Operations and the RCOE Development Officer to develop policies, processes, and protocols to support scholarships. Ensure the accuracy of any scholarship information shared by the RCOE Effectively communicate all policies and procedures related to scholarships with students, faculty, and staff. Coordinate with the RCOE Communications Director to develop scholarship materials to promote, recruit and retain students. Communicate and meet regularly with the RCOE Development Officer to ensure that scholarships and donor wishes are maintained. Event Planning/Coordination Serve as the primary contact for RCOE faculty and staff who are planning events

• provide information regarding contacts, policies, and available resources relevant to event planning Plan and coordinate annual Scholarship Luncheon Assist with the annual Rhododendron Society luncheon Assist the Director of the RCOE James Center for Student Success and Advising in planning the Teacher Education Resource Fair Collaborate closely with the RCOE Communications Director to develop effective marketing and communications plans for events Work closely with College University personnel to plan and implement: Open House (Boone and Hickory) Teacher Preview Day Future Educators Day First Thursdays Inside Appalachian Other events, as needed

Work Schedule/Hours:

Mon

• Fri.

, 8:00-5:00 Some evening / weekend hours ocassionally

Suggested Salary Range:

$45,000

• $50,000

Closing Date:

11/01/2026

Open Until Filled:

No Evaluation of Applications Begins:

11/02/2026

Proposed Date of Hire:

01/04/2027 To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56454 Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. je-5d8d216948a34c6180b8f93321e918d4