Specialist - Recruitment

September 8, 2026
Murfreesboro, TN, US
$48,920 – $60,252/yr
  • 498683
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
  • Admissions and Enrollment
  • Student Affairs and Services
  • Administrative

Job Title

Specialist - Recruitment

Department

Undergraduate Recruitment

Salary

$48,920 - $60,252; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Reporting to the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, the Specialist - Recruitment supports the recruitment and enrollment of prospective students through on-campus recruitment activities, student engagement, and event programming. The Specialist - Recruitment serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students and their families visiting Middle Tennessee State University and represents the University in a professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable manner.
Essential duties include providing information to prospective students and families; assisting with on-campus recruitment events and campus tours; maintaining regular communication with prospective students; supporting recruitment initiatives and special projects; and collaborating with campus partners to provide a positive and seamless prospective student experience. Evening and weekend work is required to support recruitment events and activities.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree required.

Required Related Experience

One year of full-time experience in higher education.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Valid driver's license required.

Desirable Related Experience

One year of full-time experience in admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, student services, or a related field is preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: September 22, 2026