Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for an Admissions Coordinator to lead digital recruiting efforts for the Office of Admissions. This full-time, 12-month position is responsible for event coordination and promotion, supervision of Digital Recruiters, managing marketing and communication efforts, and leading digital efforts to support the University’s enrollment goals for on-campus, undergraduate students. This individual will serve on the department leadership team and work in conjunction with the Director of Admissions to develop marketing and communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns. Qualified applicants must be passionate about higher education and provide dynamic strategies with a high level of enthusiasm and creativity. Some evening and weekend work is required.
Eligibility: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or four years of experience in Student Affairs or Marketing in lieu of degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or six years of experience
- Provide dynamic written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of FHSU’s academic programs and support services
- Experience working in a university setting within a division of Student Affairs
- Demonstrated ability to present to diverse groups
Responsibilities:
- Serve as part of the department leadership team
- Develop marketing & communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns, in conjunction with the Director of Admissions.
- Manage the execution of the marketing & communication strategies for undergraduate recruitment campaigns via the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system.
- Lead a digital media team and train staff on social media, including supervision of the Digital Recruiter.
- Develop and manage print materials, promotional products, and digital content for events and recruiters.
- Manage Admissions social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, etc.)
- Lead small teams to plan, promote, and execute major recruitment events.
- Lead and manage project management system (Smartsheet) for print, event, digital, and promotional initiatives.
- Collaborate with University Marketing, academic departments, and other campus entities.
- Produce content, messaging, photography, and video to support brand standards.
- Maintain and update the Office of Admissions website using Cascade CMS.
- Manage email, SMS, and chatbot campaigns via HubSpot, Mainstay, and Workday.
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit
FHSU Benefits.
Priority Deadline: October 17, 2025. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately following the priority deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit
FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references.
Applicant documents must be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Jon Armstrong
jdarmstrong@fhsu.edu
785-628-4091
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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