MBA Recruitment & Outreach Lead

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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* Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
* Minimum 3 years of experience that demonstrates growth and/or advancement in the recruitment of corporate and industry professionals
* Demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing recruiting strategies and programming for corporate and industry professionals
* Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with companies, executives, and alumni
* Proficient with web-based resources, spreadsheet and presentation software required (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
* Master’s degree in business, communications, marketing, human resources, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
* Experience developing and implementing strategies to retain corporate and industry professionals
* Comprehensive understanding of the MBA curriculum and the ability to articulate the professional and organizational value of an MBA to corporate and industry audiences
* Demonstrated knowledge of the needs and decision-making processes of corporate and industry professionals
* Proficiency using Excel for data analysis
* Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Slate)
* Experience working with students in a higher education environment
* Demonstrated project management abilities, interpersonal skills, and excellence in oral and written communication
* Must be able to develop effective presentations and speak confidently to large audiences
* Demonstrated ability to build rapport quickly, to listen actively, and to adapt to changing situations
* Creative problem-solving skills and innovative thinking for outreach to corporate and industry professionals
* Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations
* Willingness and ability to travel regionally and nationally

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and…