International Student Recruiter and Advisor

### Bowling Green State University ## International Student Recruiter and Advisor SALARY Depends on Qualifications LOCATION Main Campus (BG), OH JOB TYPE Full-Time JOB NUMBER BGSU02075 DIVISION Enrollment Management DEPARTMENT Intl Student & Scholar Svc OPENING DATE 10/28/2026 CLOSING DATE 11/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern PAY GRADE 353 SALARY Depends on Qualifications LOCATION Main Campus (BG), OH JOB TYPE Full-Time JOB NUMBER BGSU02075 DIVISION Enrollment Management DEPARTMENT Intl Student & Scholar Svc OPENING DATE 10/28/2026 CLOSING DATE 11/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern PAY GRADE 353 ### Summary Reporting to the Director, the International Student Recruiter and Advisor is responsible for studying the potential markets for international recruitment and write a yearly plan with strategies and goals to increase enrollment of undergraduate and graduate students for the university. The recruiter and advisor is also responsible for implementing these strategies and reach projected annual goals by travelling abroad to seek and meet potential recruitment partners, attend international recruiting fairs, visit foreign high schools, participate in focused recruiting trips abroad, and take active part in on-line webinars aimed at international prospective students. The individual in this position will a) communicate with all prospective BGSU international students to provide them with the information they need to apply to BGSU; b) follow through with prospective students from application to admission; and c) advise all prospective international students applying to BGSU. The recruiter is also the one responsible for seeking new contracts with recruitment agencies abroad and for overseeing the on-site representatives recruiting for BGSU. Acting as the liaison with these partners overseas, the recruiter has the oversight of the operations abroad, including the supervision of any on-site representative. The recruiter will work closely with the Executive Director to analyze recruiting data and will develop recruitment reports as requested. ### Essential Functions - Travels abroad three to four times a year as the sole BGSU representative to recruit prospective international students to attend international recruiting fairs, visit foreign high schools and universities; seek new opportunities with educational agencies and foreign cultural missions; communicate with current educational partners to grow the partnership; seek opportunities for online seminars, webinars, and live chats to promote the institution to prospective international students. Seeks new contracts and agreements with recruiting partners and universities abroad to increase enrollment opportunities at BGSU. - Advises all prospective BGSU international students from inquiry to admissions; maintains a system to track and follow up with prospective students in person or online. - Responsible for the oversight of any overseas BGSU recruiting partners on site to include securing contracts, training personnel, acting as their liaison with BGSU main campus, and billing for services. - Develops a yearly recruitment plan and makes recommendations to the International Programs and Partnerships Director about potential recruiting markets, develops recruiting strategies and goals to reach these markets, and creates marketing plans to implement these strategies. Responsible for estimating enrollment goals every year and be accountable for them to increase the number of international students at BGSU. - All other duties as assigned. ### Minimum Qualifications **The following Degree is required:** - Bachelor's Degree **The following Experience is required:** - 1 year of experience in educational recruiting, admissions, international education, marketing/sales, or outreach **The following Licensure, Certifications, or Registration is required:** - Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with the university’s vehicle use policy. - Valid American passport **The following minimum qualifications are preferred:** - Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or related field. - Recruiting international students in a University setting ### Additional Information **Knowledge, Skills, and abilities:** - Experience with using Social Media to recruit students - Ability to work in a team environment - Proficiency in at least one foreign language preferred - Excellent communication and public relations skills - Excellent organizational skills - Ability to work in a flexible schedule (day, evening, and occasional weekend) - Ability to travel abroad and to other areas of the US several times a year **Deadline to Apply: November 12, 2026** **Required Application Materials & Evaluation** - Experience must be **fully documented on the official application**. - The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate. - Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships. **Uploads** - **Required:** Resume (for supplemental information only) - **Optional:** Cover Letter **Essential Requirement: Work Authorization** BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. 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A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: [https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents](https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents) EmployerBowling Green State University Address 1851 N Research Drive Huntington Building Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403 Phone (419) 372-8421 Human Resources (419) 372-2865 Student Employment Website[https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html](https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html) EmployerBowling Green State UniversityPhone (419) 372-8421 Human Resources Website[https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html](https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html)Address 1851 N Research Drive Huntington Building Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403