Recruitment Program Specialist

The Office of Recruitment and Admissions at Kansas State University is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative individual to provide administrative and program coordination support for undergraduate recruitment activities.

This position plays an important role in supporting the university's recruitment and enrollment goals by working closely with recruitment staff to plan, coordinate, and execute off-campus recruitment activities, including high school visits, college fairs, and other outreach initiatives. Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment travel logistics, assisting with travel planning and arrangements, managing travel-related expenses and reimbursements, and ensuring appropriate documentation and compliance with university policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with recruitment staff and campus partners to support efficient operations, facilitate the effective use of resources, and help ensure recruitment activities are well-organized and successfully executed. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Recruitment and Admissions promotes student success by engaging future, new and current students and families with the K-State community in a spirit of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence.

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires one year of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing travel procedures, reports, and program metrics.
  
  
• Experience preparing travel expense reports.
  
  
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, government representatives, and cross-functional teams.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Applications close on: November 20,2026

$ 14.54 - $18.17