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Mississippi State University

Admissions Coordinator

🇺🇸 Starkville, Mississippi 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Enrollment 🗓️ October 5th, 2026
Admissions

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring an Admissions Coordinator to recruit undergraduate students to the College of Forest Resources and grow enrollment in majors with strong job demand. The coordinator plans recruiting events and school outreach while mentoring the student ambassadors who represent the college.

Highlights
  • Coordinate off-campus recruiting through college fairs, private visits, classroom workshops, and after-school and summer programs.
  • Lead the CFR Academic Insight and Awards Banquet.
  • Maintain relationships with high schools, academies, community colleges, and the CFR Community Partner Network.
  • Recruit, manage, and mentor the CFR Student Ambassadors.
  • Arrange campus visits and orientation sessions for prospective students and their families.
  • Keep prospective student contact files and databases up to date.
  • Partner with the Marketing Director on recruiting materials and run the recruiting communication plan.
  • Chair the CFR Recruitment Committee and serve as the college's liaison on the University Recruitment Council.
  • Hold a bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Student Affairs, or a related field, plus a valid driver's license.
  • Travel substantially for recruiting events, including overnight stays.