Pfeiffer University seeks a relationship-driven and results-oriented Graduate Programs Coordinator to recruit, advise, and enroll prospective graduate students. The Graduate Programs Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for assigned graduate programs, guiding prospective students through the enrollment process from inquiry to matriculation.
This position is responsible for:
- Developing recruitment partnerships,
- Managing a prospective student pipeline,
- Evaluating applications, and
- Executing enrollment strategies that support institutional growth.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with prospective students, employers, academic partners, and community organizations.
Benefits:
- Paid Life and LTD Insurance
- Tuition Remission
- Tuition Exchange
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Retirement
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
- One to three years of admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, sales, advising, customer service, or relationship-building experience preferred
- Experience working with adult learners, graduate students, or professional populations is desirable
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience utilizing CRM systems, databases, and technology tools to manage recruitment activities
• Ability to analyze recruitment data and recommend strategies for continuous improvement
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to providing outstanding student-centered service
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- 1-3 years of admissions, enrollment management, recruitment, sales, advising, customer service, or relationship-building experience
- Experience working with adult learners, graduate students, or professional populations
- Experience utilizing CRM systems, databases, and technology tools to manage recruitment activities
- Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to analyze recruitment data and recommend strategies for continuous improvement
- Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to providing outstanding student-centered service
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
What We Do
Pfeiffer University is a private, Methodist institution located in Misenheimer, North Carolina. It is a globally engaged, regional university recognized for its transformational undergraduate experience, offering over 25 majors with a low 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The university focuses on preparing thoughtful, well-rounded leaders through intentional mentorship and real-world experiences on its 340-acre campus.
