University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Recruitment Coordinator
🇺🇸
Lincoln, NE
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Full-Time
💰
$43K
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Human Resources
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February 17th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Recruitment Coordinator. The role involves developing and executing recruitment strategies for the College of Education & Human Sciences, advising prospective students and families on admissions and financial aid, and representing the college at various recruitment events. The coordinator will provide updates to leadership and collaborate with university admissions on outreach efforts.
Highlights
- Create, assess, and implement recruitment strategies for prospective students.
- Provide academic counseling and explain admissions, financial aid, and university policies to students and families.
- Engage with prospective students via in-person meetings, group presentations, phone, and email.
- Represent the college at high school visits, college fairs, community college visits, and campus recruitment events.
- Manage additional projects related to college recruitment efforts.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet university driver eligibility; limited travel and some night/weekend work required.
- Proficiency with word processing, databases, and spreadsheets required.
- Bachelor’s degree plus six months of public speaking experience required; preferred candidates will have relevant experience in education, communications, or recruitment.
- Position offers a minimum salary of $43,000 per year with benefits including paid time off, comprehensive insurance, scholarships, and retirement plans.
- Works under supervision of the CEHS Director of Recruitment and collaborates with college and university admissions teams.
Recruitment Coordinator Full Description
Recruitment Coordinator
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Position Information
Working Title | Recruitment Coordinator
Department | College of Education & Human Sciences-0910
Requisition Number | S_260104
Posting Open Date | 02/12/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 02/24/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The College of Education & Human Sciences Recruitment Coordinator will work under the supervision of the CEHS Director of Recruitment to create, assess, and implement prospective student recruitment strategy for the college.
As the Recruitment Coordinator, you will:Provide regular updates about recruitment efforts to the supervising role, college level leaders, and the university admissions team. Utilize recruitment strategies to effectively provide academic counseling to prospective students and their parents, they will present the benefits and opportunities afforded to students and alumni of the college. Help prospective students and families understand the admission process, financial aid, college and university policies surrounding admission and future enrollment to the university. Interact with prospective students and families in person in one-to-one settings as well as in large group presentations. Be in contact with prospective students by phone and email. Represent CEHS alongside university admissions staff at high school visits, college fairs, community college visits, and other external events as well as on campus events such as daily visits and university wide recruitment events coordinated by the admissions office. Be responsible for additional projects connected to CEHS recruitment.
This position may require limited travel depending upon the time of the recruitment cycle and will require some night and weekend commitments during peak times. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
About UsAt the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and six months of public speaking experience. Proficiency with computer software to include word processing, database and spreadsheets essential. High level of professionalism and commitment to teamwork. Must have excellent demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to relate to people of all age groups, academic abilities and cultures required. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in education, human sciences, communications, marketing or related field and two years of experience working with diverse student populations. Campus involvement as an undergraduate student. Familiarity with high school and college relations operations. Experience working as a student recruitment ambassador or tour guide in Admissions or an academic college, orientation leaders, or strong student leadership experience. Experience with admissions or recruitment preferred.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $43,000/year minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Dijon DeLaPorte, Director of Recruitment
ddelaporte2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Evening and weekend recruitment events
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | As soon as possible.
Appointment End Date |
Department | College of Education & Human Sciences-0910
Requisition Number | S_260104
Posting Open Date | 02/12/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 02/24/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The College of Education & Human Sciences Recruitment Coordinator will work under the supervision of the CEHS Director of Recruitment to create, assess, and implement prospective student recruitment strategy for the college.
As the Recruitment Coordinator, you will:Provide regular updates about recruitment efforts to the supervising role, college level leaders, and the university admissions team. Utilize recruitment strategies to effectively provide academic counseling to prospective students and their parents, they will present the benefits and opportunities afforded to students and alumni of the college. Help prospective students and families understand the admission process, financial aid, college and university policies surrounding admission and future enrollment to the university. Interact with prospective students and families in person in one-to-one settings as well as in large group presentations. Be in contact with prospective students by phone and email. Represent CEHS alongside university admissions staff at high school visits, college fairs, community college visits, and other external events as well as on campus events such as daily visits and university wide recruitment events coordinated by the admissions office. Be responsible for additional projects connected to CEHS recruitment.
This position may require limited travel depending upon the time of the recruitment cycle and will require some night and weekend commitments during peak times. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
About UsAt the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and six months of public speaking experience. Proficiency with computer software to include word processing, database and spreadsheets essential. High level of professionalism and commitment to teamwork. Must have excellent demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to relate to people of all age groups, academic abilities and cultures required. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in education, human sciences, communications, marketing or related field and two years of experience working with diverse student populations. Campus involvement as an undergraduate student. Familiarity with high school and college relations operations. Experience working as a student recruitment ambassador or tour guide in Admissions or an academic college, orientation leaders, or strong student leadership experience. Experience with admissions or recruitment preferred.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $43,000/year minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Dijon DeLaPorte, Director of Recruitment
ddelaporte2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Evening and weekend recruitment events
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | As soon as possible.
Appointment End Date |
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