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University of Texas at Arlington

Program Manager, Recruitment

🇺🇸 Arlington, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $52,000 per Month 💻 Project Management 🗓️ April 7th, 2026
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The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Program Manager, Recruitment to lead strategic recruitment, admissions oversight, onboarding coordination, and student success initiatives for the Honors College. This role manages major recruitment events, marketing efforts, supports the Honors Residential Community, and administers scholarships to enhance the college's mission and visibility.

Highlights
  • Manage recruitment and admissions processes for incoming freshmen, current UTA students, and transfer students in the Honors College.
  • Plan and lead recruitment, yield events, orientation presentations, and activity fairs both in person and virtually.
  • Chair the Honors Admissions Committee and oversee communication flow using Slate CRM.
  • Administer Honors College scholarships from advertising through awarding while ensuring compliance.
  • Lead onboarding activities and first-year programming, co-chairing the Honors On-boarding Team.
  • Create and manage marketing materials and content for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
  • Collect and analyze student data to inform retention and student engagement strategies.
  • Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in higher education, marketing, communications, or related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, experience with Slate or other CRM systems, social media marketing expertise, and ability to utilize AI in the workplace.
  • Salary up to $52,000 per year, with full-time status and standard office conditions featuring interaction with students and staff.

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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06673P
Position Title Program Manager, Recruitment
Department Honors College Dean
Location Arlington
Position Status Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • May be asked to work extended hours within a varying schedule, which may include weekends and evenings.
  • Occasional travel to professional meetings and conferences may be required.
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $52,000.
Pay Basis Monthly
Job Summary
The Program Manager, Recruitment will serve as a central leader in advancing the mission of the Honors College through strategic recruitment, admissions oversight, on-boarding coordination, and student success initiatives. The position oversees major recruitment and yield events, leads marketing and communication efforts, supports the Honors Residential Community, and administers Honors College scholarships.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Honors College Recruitment
  • Manage recruitment processes for all Honors incoming freshmen, current UTA students, and transfer students.
  • Plan and track recruitment efforts for the College.
  • Represent the Honors College at recruitment and yield events, both in person and virtually, on and off campus.
  • Coordinate orientation presentations and activity fairs.
  • Maintain consistent communication with the Admissions Office and other campus units that refer prospective students.
  • Manage communication between recruits and the Honors College.
  • Manage and train Honors Advocates to support recruitment efforts.
  • Create strategies to expand out‑of‑state visibility and recruitment for the College.
Honors Admissions
  • Chair the Honors Admissions Committee.
  • Oversee admissions processes for all Honors incoming freshmen, current UTA students, and transfers.
  • Serve as lead manager for communications flow within Slate (CRM).
  • Verify applicant eligibility and maintain all student application files.
  • Serve as primary contact for prospective students seeking information or applying for admission.
  • Prepare and send admission decision letters.
  • Maintain the student admissions database and prepare assessments of admissions outcomes.
Honors College Scholarships
  • Serve as Honors Scholarship Chair throughout the advertising, application, and awarding cycle.
  • Coordinate all technical scholarship processes and communication with students.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with scholarship requirements.
Honors On-boarding
  • Serve as co‑chair of the Honors On-boarding Team.
  • Manage on-boarding processes for all incoming freshmen, current UTA students, and transfers.
  • Manage all onboard-related activities and first‑year experience programming for the Honors Residential Community.
  • Lead activities related to Honors College orientation and Convocation
Honors Outreach
  • Serve on various University committees related to marketing, recruitment, and admissions.
  • Meet with academic departments and campus units to increase awareness of Honors College opportunities and benefits for their students.
Marketing & Communications
  • Create and design recruitment materials, including brochures, banners, advertisements, and digital content.
  • Manage and create content for official social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
  • Increase overall campus awareness of Honors College programs and opportunities.
Retention & Student Engagement
  • Collect and analyze data on student trends to inform retention strategies.
  • Assist with planning events that support student engagement and program completion, including field trips, Senior Celebration, student leader appreciation events, and new student welcome activities.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, marketing, communications or a related degree.
  • Three (3) years of experience in program management, student recruiter, admissions, or related experience working with college students in a professional staff position or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in higher education administration, student development, or other recognized academic discipline.
  • Previous experience working with Slate or other CRM platforms, such as Salesforce.
  • Advanced familiarity with social media marketing and platforms.
  • Previous experience working with admissions and recruiting in education.
  • Ability to effectively utilize AI in a workplace setting.
  • Familiarity with units related to student affairs, including housing.
  • Experience with data assessment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite and computer graphics programs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management and detailed organizational skills.
Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
  • Standard office conditions with the majority of time spent in contact with students, staff, and administrators.
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
  • Use of manual dexterity is needed to occasionally lift or move objects.
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD or equivalent
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • None/less than 3 years
    • 3 to 4 years
    • 5 to 6 years
    • 7 years or more
  3. * How many years of experience do you have working in an academic environment?
    • None/less than 2 years
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 6 years or more
  4. * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume or CV

Optional Documents

  1. Cover/Interest Letter
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