Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist

Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist
Statewide travel
Salary starts at $70,000 annually and increases depending on experience.
State Technical College of Missouri invites applications for a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist within the Admissions Department. This dynamic position requires both statewide travel to engage prospective students and partners, as well as a consistent on-campus presence to support recruitment operations, team leadership, and enrollment initiatives. If you are passionate about education and enjoy connecting with students while helping shape enrollment strategy, we encourage you to apply.
Join the State Tech Team - Exceptional Benefits Await You!
State Tech is known as the Employers' Choice. Why? Because our graduates earn high paying jobs that are in demand. A huge reason for that success is because of our dedicated faculty and staff. Become a part of the #1 two-year college in the country and shape the workforce of tomorrow. At State Tech we want to be known as both the Employers' Choice, but equally as important we want to be known as the Employee's Choice!
At State Tech, you'll do more than just build a career-you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.
Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through MOSERS and additional investment opportunities.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, sick, and personal leave time, as well as a Winter and Spring Break. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
To learn more about State Tech employee benefits visit our website at https://statetechmo.edu/human-resources/.
Position Summary
State Tech is seeking a Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist to serve as the supervisor for the recruitment team while also managing a limited recruitment territory. This position provides day-to-day leadership, coaching, and oversight of Recruitment and Enrollment Strategists to ensure the effective execution of recruitment strategies, achievement of enrollment goals, and delivery of a consistent prospective student experience. The Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist is responsible for onboarding and mentoring team members, monitoring performance, promoting best practices, and supporting professional development across the team. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, the position actively contributes to State Tech's enrollment efforts through direct recruitment activities and strategic initiatives.
Essential Functions
To be successful in this role, the Lead Recruitment and Enrollment Strategist must effectively perform the following responsibilities:
Build and manage relationships with high school counselors, educators, and community leaders to establish long-term recruitment pipelines.
Supervise the recruitment team.
Assist with onboarding and training of new recruitment staff, including orientation to processes, territory management, CRM usage, and recruitment best practices.
Share effective recruitment strategies, tools, and approaches to promote consistency and continuous improvement across the team.
Develop and implement strategic outreach initiatives to promote State Tech's programs and increase enrollment.
Meet and exceed recruitment goals within an assigned territory.
Counsel students on program options, career pathways, and the admissions process.
Plan and execute recruitment events, including workshops, campus tours, and informational sessions.
Analyze recruitment data to assess effectiveness, identify trends, and refine strategies.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure outreach efforts align with institutional enrollment objectives.
Stay informed on competitor strategies to enhance recruitment efforts.
Maintain knowledge of program offerings, admission requirements, and industry trends to provide accurate guidance to prospective students.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree or five or more years of relevant experience.
Self-initiating, self-managed, intrinsically motivated, innovative, creative, and persevering.
Excellent organization ability, detail oriented, and the ability to multi-task.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to arrange and conduct meetings and presentations with influencers and prospective students.
The ability to react positively and effectively to change.
Valid Drivers License.
State Technical College of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Employment Opportunity organization and does not discriminate against any protected class in our educational programs, activities, or employment opportunity.