Graduate Programs Recruiter

The Graduate Programs Recruiter is a key member of Seaver College’s graduate enrollment team and holds primary responsibility for recruiting prospective students into Seaver’s graduate programs. This role leads outreach and relationship-building efforts with current LMU undergraduate students, alumni, and local industry partners, while also engaging external prospects.
Through strategic communication, on-campus and off-campus engagement, recruitment travel, and event management, the Recruiter advances enrollment goals and serves as a trusted advisor to prospective students throughout the admissions cycle. The position partners closely with academic programs, graduate enrollment, university offices, and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless and student-centered recruitment experience.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Recruitment & Outreach

• Lead targeted recruitment efforts focused on LMU undergraduate students, Seaver alumni, and regional industry professionals, building pipelines into graduate programs.

• Develop and manage individualized prospect relationships, tailoring messaging around program features, career outcomes, and student needs.

• Advise prospective students on program selection, institutional fit, and admissibility, while clearly articulating the value of an LMU Seaver graduate education.

Partnerships & Strategy

• Collaborate with academic program directors and faculty to identify and expand the prospect pool, develop recruitment strategies, and execute outreach campaigns aligned with enrollment goals.

• Partner with campus offices and local industry to strengthen employer engagement, alumni connections, and workforce-aligned recruitment initiatives.

• Actively advocate for new or enhanced programs, events, and recruitment collateral to support enrollment growth.

Events & Engagement

• Plan, organize, and lead all Seaver graduate recruiting events, including information sessions, open houses, class visits, workshops, networking receptions, and admitted student programs.

• Represent LMU Seaver graduate programs at on-campus, regional, corporate, and professional recruiting events.

• Coordinate campus visit programs and ensure effective on-campus programming in collaboration with schools, colleges, and central graduate enrollment teams.

Communications & Enrollment Operations

• Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs to ensure high-quality digital and print recruitment materials.

• Work closely with graduate enrollment management staff and university administrators to support a smooth transition from admission through matriculation, including participation in orientation programming.

• Partner with the Financial Aid and Student Financial Services offices to clearly explain financial aid options, costs, and payment processes to applicants.

Data, Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze recruitment events and outreach activity to inform ongoing recruitment and enrollment strategies.

• Generate regular enrollment and funnel reports, including weekly statistics and ad hoc queries using CRM systems.

• Conduct market and competitive analysis to assess program positioning, prospect feedback, and effectiveness of recruitment messaging and communication strategies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs and Strategic Partnerships.

• Uphold LMU’s mission, values, and standards of professionalism while delivering excellent customer service.

• Continuously develop knowledge and skills to remain current with graduate admissions policies, regulations, and best practices.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university.  Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.  Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications    

• Typically a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. A master’s degree is preferred.

• Minimum of four years of experience in graduate recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, higher education outreach, or related work with adult learners or corporate clients.

• Demonstrated knowledge of graduate admissions processes, policies, and cross-campus collaboration.

• Advanced experience with CRM systems such as Slate and Banner highly preferred.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.

• Strong advising skills with sensitivity to individual student needs and strict adherence to confidentiality standards.

• Highly organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Commitment to LMU’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

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Staff Regular

Salary range

$71,100.00 - $88,900.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)