Texas State University
**Position: International Recruiter at Texas State University, San Marcos, TX**
**Posting Number:** 2025231
**Location:** San Marcos, with potential for remote work
**Department:** International Affairs
**Job Type:** Full-Time
**Monthly Salary:** $3,750
**Job Category:** Exempt
**Required Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, International Business, Higher Education, or a related field.
– Valid passport required for international travel.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
– Self-motivated, creative, customer-service-oriented, and detail-focused.
– Willingness and ability to travel overseas.
– Knowledge of international recruitment and admissions policies.
– Strong public speaking and communication skills.
– Experience with social media marketing.
**Job Description:**
The International Recruiter at Texas State University is tasked with creating and executing recruitment strategies to attract international students. This role involves engaging with prospective students, educational agents, and international high schools worldwide. Successful candidates will demonstrate a deep understanding of international education, have excellent communication skills, and possess the ability to engage cross-culturally. The International Recruiter reports to the Senior Director of International Affairs.
**Job Duties:**
– Travel internationally to meet with agent partners, government entities, and prospective and admitted students.
– Develop in-person and virtual recruitment strategies to achieve international enrollment goals.
– Implement international recruitment strategies focused on attracting students to Texas State.
– Establish and sustain relationships with international recruiting agents, government bodies, and schools abroad.
– Design yield campaigns for prospective and admitted students.
– Serve as the primary contact for prospective students, guiding them through admissions, scholarship, and visa processes.
– Act as a liaison between international students and campus departments, ensuring their needs are met pre-arrival.
– Manage and update social media accounts and promotional materials targeted at international students.
– Oversee updates to the International Affairs website.
– Track and report on recruitment outcomes and analyze data to refine strategies.
– Manage the student ambassador program.
– Perform additional duties as required.
**Advice on Applying:**
As an aspiring international recruiter, it’s crucial to approach your application with a global mindset. Highlight your cross-cultural communication skills and any international experiences that have prepared you for this role—whether through study, travel, or work abroad. Emphasize your adaptability and understanding of diverse educational systems and cultural nuances that will aid in your recruitment strategies. If you’re multilingual, be sure to include this valuable skill on your resume. In your cover letter, discuss your passion for international education and any past achievements in recruiting or international collaborations. Tailor your resume and references to reflect relevant experiences in international contexts to make a strong impression. Remember, your ability to engage with diverse audiences is key, so showcase your creativity and proficiency in using social media and other digital tools to connect with global prospects.
**Additional Information to Applicants:**
– **Application Open Date:** January 10, 2025
– **Job Close Date:** January 24, 2025
– **Application Requirements:** Attach a resume and a list of references electronically.
**Legal Notices:**
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment is contingent on various background checks, including criminal history, driving records, and employment eligibility verification.
**To Apply:**
For detailed information about this position and how to apply, visit [Texas State HR Job Postings](https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50965) or contact (512) 245-2557. You can also visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.
**Why Work at Texas State?**
Join one of the most diverse and picturesque campuses in the nation with access to excellent health benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive community.
**By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll contribute to one of the nation’s most beautiful and dynamic universities.**
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