Job Title

Recruiter I

Department

Undergraduate Recruitment

Salary

$44,511 - $54,526; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Recruit students from high schools and community colleges across the state of Tennessee. Counsel prospective students and their parents, represent students and their parents, represent MTSU at high school recruiting events, and serve as liaison with faculty and staff involved in the admissions process. Extensive travel; occasional evening, weekend and extended work hours required. Activities include cultivate and develop relationships with high school counselors, principals, community college counselors and other persons who influence college enrollment decisions.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Required Related Experience

Entry level position. No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Valid drivers license required. A DMV background check will be conducted prior to the hiring decision.

Desirable Related Experience

Previous work experience in higher education 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 emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by September 9, 2026.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of June 23, 2026