Regional Admissions Coordinator Dallas/Fort Worth

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13706218 Regional Admissions Coordinator Dallas/Fort Worth Kansas State University About This Role Kansas State University is seeking a Regional Admissions Coordinator to serve as the university's primary representative throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Working from a DFW-based home office, this position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with prospective undergraduate students while helping them discover how K-State can support their educational, career, and personal goals. The coordinator also cultivates partnerships with high school counselors, educators, community organizations, and other key stakeholders who influence college-going decisions, serving as a trusted resource for students and families throughout their college search journey. The Regional Admissions Coordinator develops and executes a comprehensive territory recruitment strategy designed to attract, engage, and enroll undergraduate students across the Dallas/Fort Worth and North Texas region. This position is responsible for managing a recruitment territory by conducting school visits, attending college fairs and recruitment events, engaging with the Dallas/Fort Worth Admissions Regional Network (DARN), communicating with prospective and admitted students, and providing personalized guidance that helps students navigate key decisions on their path to enrollment. This position requires a high degree of independence, initiative, and territorial ownership. The Regional Admissions Coordinator continuously assesses market opportunities, recruitment performance, and enrollment trends to inform local strategies that increase K-State's visibility and enrollment outcomes throughout the region. Success in the role depends on strong communication skills, strategic thinking, relationship-building abilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to students, families, and educational partners. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Office of Recruitment and Admissions and university partners, the Regional Admissions Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing enrollment goals and strengthening K-State's presence throughout North Texas. Through each conversation, presentation, school visit, and recruitment event, the coordinator helps future Wildcats envision themselves as members of the K-State community. About Us The Office of Recruitment and Admissions (ORA) serves as the front door to Kansas State University. Our team is committed to building meaningful connections, providing personalized guidance, and creating opportunities for students to discover how K-State can help them achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals. ORA professionals and student staff members, work collaboratively to support students from their first introduction to K-State through enrollment, serving as trusted resources throughout the college search process. Through strategic outreach, relationship building, and student-centered service, our team plays a critical role in shaping the future of the university and helping students find a community to call home. Why Join Our Team This position offers the opportunity to own and grow one of Kansas State University's out-of-state recruitment markets. Successful candidates will have the chance to build lasting relationships with students, families, educators, community partners, and alumni while serving as K-State's primary representative throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth region. The role combines strategic planning, relationship development, public speaking, event management, communication, and student mentorship in an autonomous environment. Each day presents opportunities to connect stude ts with educational opportunities, help families navigate the college search process, and contribute directly to the university's enrollment goals. For professionals who enjoy relationship-building, working independently, traveling throughout their territory, and helping students achieve their goals, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both individual students and the future of Kansas State University. Worksite Description This position is remote required, and the individual in position must reside and maintain a home office in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area. This position is tasked with coordinating an independently developed recruitment strategy for prospective and admitted students (freshmen and transfer) within their territory, including travel throughout the metro area. What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum Qualifications: Requires a bachelor's degree. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager. The degree requirement ensures candidates possess advanced first-hand experience in higher education, communication skill