Position Summary
The Graduate Admissions Recruiter for Healthcare Programs is
responsible for recruiting prospective students and achieving
established enrollment goals for assigned graduate healthcare and
health-science programs at Gardner-Webb University, including RN to
BSN, ABSN, graduate Nursing and Strength & Conditioning
programs. The Recruiter develops prospective-student pipelines,
builds relationships with healthcare and professional
organizations, and provides consistent, personalized engagement
with students from initial inquiry through enrollment.
Working closely with the Associate Director of Graduate Admission,
academic leadership, faculty, Enrollment Operations, Financial
Planning, Marketing, and other university partners, the Recruiter
executes program-specific recruitment strategies, maintains
comprehensive knowledge of assigned programs, and provides a
responsive, student-centered recruitment experience that clearly
communicates Gardner-Webb’s mission, value, academic opportunities,
and distinctive graduate experience.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university.
- At least one year of professional experience in college
admission, student recruitment, healthcare, relationship
development, sales, customer service, or a closely related
area.
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, organizational, and
presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships with
prospective students, academic partners, employers, professional
organizations, and community partners.
Ability to communicate effectively and consistently with a high
volume of prospective students while providing personalized
service.
Ability to manage multiple programs, student populations,
priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, exercise sound
judgment, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Experience using technology to manage communication, records,
or customer relationships.
Commitment to exceptional student service, ethical admission
practices, confidentiality, and accurate representation of the
university.
Personal and professional values consistent with the Christian
mission of Gardner-Webb University.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel on behalf of the
university.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required during
recruitment seasons and enrollment events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- Experience in graduate or professional student
recruitment.
- Experience recruiting or working with students in nursing,
healthcare, health sciences, strength and conditioning, exercise
science, or related fields.
- Experience developing relationships with healthcare systems,
employers, professional organizations, colleges and universities,
fitness or performance organizations, or other sources of
prospective-student referrals.
- Demonstrated success achieving recruitment, enrollment, sales,
or other measurable relationship-development goals.
- Experience with Slate CRM and Banner or comparable
systems.
- Familiarity with the enrollment environment of private,
tuition-dependent, or faith-based higher education.
Physical and Travel Requirements
- Ability to travel by automobile and other forms of
transportation for recruitment activities.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain any credentials
required by university policy.
- Ability to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends during
peak recruitment periods.
- Ability to lift and transport recruitment materials weighing up
to 30 pounds.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with
or without reasonable accommodation.
Competitive Benefits:
- Retirement matching
- Tuition remission
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short term/long term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
- 17 paid holidays
- Wellness opportunities
- On-campus health center
Gardner-Webb University is a Christian university committed to
helping individuals become more in faith, learning, and service.
Located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, GWU offers the benefits
of a close-knit community with easy access to Charlotte, Asheville,
and the greater Greenville-Spartanburg region. Founded in 1905 and
rooted in the Baptist tradition, the University now serves
approximately 3,000 students across more than 80 undergraduate and
graduate programs. As a Carnegie Doctoral/Professional institution,
Gardner-Webb is dedicated to academic excellence, leadership
development, and meaningful service to others.
Our community reflects a shared commitment to One Webb, creating an
environment where people support one another, pursue their purpose,
and work together to make a lasting impact. GWU attracts students
from across the nation and around the world and competes in NCAA
Division I athletics with 22 teams and more than 500
student-athletes.
