Job Details

Admissions and Recruitment Specialist

Position Number: 6564450
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Admissions and Recruitment Specialist

Job Identification: 19379
Posting Date: 09/11/2025, 01:53 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 624 Speight Avenue, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level: Bachelor

Job Description:
What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Admissions & Recruitment Specialist to oversee the admissions process for the School of Music, including managing applications, coordinating auditions and campus visits, and supporting prospective students and their families throughout the process. This position will represent the School of Music at off-campus events such as college fairs and conferences, organizing outreach events, and developing targeted strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff to promote the School and attract prospective students.

A Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant work experience are required. A Bachelor's degree and fours years of relevant work experience are preferred.

A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Oversee the admissions process, including managing applications and coordinating auditions, interviews, and portfolio reviews in collaboration with faculty
Coordinate Audition Day schedule and activities and assist faculty with private auditions
In collaboration with the Graduate Music Advisor and Program Coordinator, serve as a point of contact for prospective students throughout the admissions process
Meet individually with prospective students and their families
Represent the School of Music at college fairs, conferences, high school visits focusing on performing arts students, honor ensembles (ex: youth orchestras), and university recruitment events
Engage with all stakeholders during these events, including prospective students, families, music educators, and alumni
Work with the Assistant Dean for Enrollment & Student Success and Director for Marketing and Communications Manager to develop recruitment materials, targeted communication strategies, and website updates that align with the School of Music's marketing plan
Coordinate and schedule School of Music tours and campus visits in collaboration with faculty and key campus personnel
Assist with recruitment efforts for School of Music outreach events, such as Summer Music Camps and festivals
Create and maintain contact lists and databases of prospective students, music teachers, and guidance counselors
Work with the Assistant Dean for Enrollment and Student Success and the Director for Marketing and Communication to integrate this information into School and University-wide platforms
Serve as the liaison between the School of Music and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Process applications in a timely manner and monitor the admissions funnel to ensure timely conversions at critical points throughout the admissions cycle
Coordinate a timely handoff of incoming students to SoM Program Coordinators and Advisors, typically to occur during New Student Orientation
Collect feedback and document responses to improve recruitment strategies
Supervise, train, and coordinate the activities of the School of Music Ambassador
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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