International Recruiter Specialist

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 13219
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: Open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: $42,000- $46,300 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume and cover letter are required.

Essential Functions

Job Summary

Represents the University of Texas at San Antonio to the public community in San Antonio, throughout Texas, across the nation and the world. Develops and implements strategies and projects to facilitate recruitment and enrollment in all the programs offered.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepares recruitment schedule, and plans recruiting and yield events.
• Organize and manage in-person and virtual international recruitment initiatives, such as information sessions, fairs and webinars.
• Recommends updates for program webpage and printed publications.
• Recruits and promotes University opportunities to prospective students by developing and delivering presentations to international high schools, universities, businesses, organizations and UTSA alumni.
• Maintains key relationships with high schools and universities abroad, as well as with sponsoring agencies.
• Plans, organizes and supervises implementation of recruitment projects and events.
• Monitors target markets and university enrollment and produces reports to assist with recruitment efforts.
• Assists with the development of a training plan for faculty and staff to support with recruitment efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of direct professional experience developing and managing international higher education recruitment networks, working with sponsoring agencies and country-specific recruitment funnels. Requires a thorough understanding of international recruitment.
• Valid driver's license and Passport.
• Prior work experience in seeking, attracting, and successfully recruiting prospective international students (domestically and/or internationally), with the goal of significantly increasing international student enrollment at the University of Texas at San Antonio.
• Ability to organize and manage in-person and virtual international admission recruitment initiatives, such as information sessions, fairs and webinars.
• Knowledge of the target audience (international undergraduate students) to help with strategy, decision making and outreach efforts.
• Experience in providing excellent and timely customer service to prospective international students and other stakeholders.
• Ability to execute responsibilities related to the review and processing of international student admission applications.
• Ability to travel abroad for periods of time.
• Provide positive and proactive customer service to families and international students at all stages in the application process.
• Proficiency in language(s) other than English (Spanish highly preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience living/studying in other countries and cultures and working with non-native English speakers.
• Familiarity with technologies banner, and Salesforce.
• Proficiency in managing various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube etc. to connect and actively engage with prospective international undergraduate students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.
• Ability to travel abroad and obtain a passport.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

This position will require working both remotely in Texas and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.