Student Recruiter

Job Title: Student Recruiter

Reports to: Senior Director of Admissions

Location: Larkin University – Miami campus

Employment Type: Full Time

Department: Admissions and Recruitment

Position Summary:

The Student Recruiter for the Larkin University College of Pharmacy plays a critical role in shaping the future of the program by identifying, engaging, and enrolling top-tier students. This position not only focuses on meeting annual recruitment goals but also establishes a sustainable pipeline of prospective students for future cohorts. The recruiter will represent a small, private university in Florida known for its close-knit academic community, personalized approach to education, and commitment to preparing compassionate, innovative healthcare professionals. Through strategic outreach, relationship-building, and collaboration with internal and external partners, the recruiter will enhance the visibility of the College of Pharmacy locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Recruitment and Outreach

Actively represent the university at high schools, community colleges, college fairs, health science expos, and other recruitment venues to attract prospective students.
Conduct engaging presentations and information sessions (in-person and virtual) to highlight the College of Pharmacy’s programs, faculty expertise, research opportunities, and student support services.
Build and maintain meaningful connections with prospective students, their families, school counselors, alumni, and community organizations.
Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective pharmacy students, providing personalized support and guidance throughout the admissions process.

Pipeline Development

Create and implement strategic initiatives to identify and nurture a pipeline of future pharmacy students, starting from middle and high school engagement to pre-pharmacy undergraduate pathways.
Partner with science educators, career advisors, pre-health clubs, and pharmacy organizations to create early exposure opportunities for students interested in pharmacy careers.
Develop community partnerships, mentoring programs, and outreach events to inspire interest in pharmacy education and strengthen long-term recruitment efforts.

Event Planning and Execution

Plan and coordinate on-campus and virtual recruitment events, including open houses, information sessions, preview days, and campus tours.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and current students to create dynamic and memorable experiences for prospective students and their families.
Represent the College of Pharmacy at professional and community events to elevate program visibility.

Strategic Collaboration

Work closely with the Senior Director of Admissions to develop and execute data-driven recruitment strategies aligned with institutional goals.
Collaborate with marketing teams to design compelling recruitment materials, social media campaigns, and digital content to engage prospective students.
Provide market feedback and trend analysis to inform program promotion strategies.

Administrative and Reporting

Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, prospective student engagement, and application progress in CRM and student information systems.
Monitor key performance metrics to track progress toward enrollment targets and pipeline development initiatives.
Assist with admissions-related administrative tasks, including reviewing applications and coordinating communications with prospective students.

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; preference for candidates with degrees in education, communications, marketing, or a related field.
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in college admissions, student recruitment, sales, marketing, or related fields. Experience in pharmacy, health sciences, or healthcare recruitment is a plus.
- Skills:
  - Exceptional interpersonal and public speaking skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
  - Strong written communication and storytelling abilities to articulate the College’s unique value.
  - Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
  - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM tools such as Anthology preferred.
- Other Requirements:
  - Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet recruitment needs.
  - A high level of professionalism, cultural competency, and a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in education, higher education administration, healthcare, or a related field.
- Prior experience recruiting for health sciences or professional programs (pharmacy, nursing, medicine, etc.).
- Knowledge of trends in pharmacy education and workforce needs.
- Experience in digital marketing, social media campaigns, and virtual recruitment strategies.
- Fluency in Spanish or another language commonly spoken in Florida’s diverse communities.
- Experience using advanced CRM and data analytics tools for student recruitment.
- Demonstrated success building partnerships with schools, community organizations, or healthcare networks.
- Strong presentation design skills and familiarity with video/virtual event tools.

Key Attributes for Success

A results-driven, self-starter with a passion for higher education and student success.
A relationship builder who thrives on networking and community engagement.
A storyteller who can showcase the strengths of a small, private university and its personalized approach to pharmacy education.
A strategic thinker who can balance immediate recruitment goals with long-term pipeline development.

ntains positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external partners.

EEO/AA Statement

Larkin University is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Application Process and Requirement

Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document below, which includes the following components in this order:

A letter of intent
Updated curriculum vitae
Three names and contact information for two professional references. (With at least one reference from the most current employment)