Description

About Us
Since 1974, Life University has been a trailblazer in postsecondary education, seeking individuals eager to join our team dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness education. Situated in Marietta, Georgia, our university’s campus provides a nurturing, yet dynamic environment for academic and personal growth. We are a specialized institution focused on vitalistic education in the fields of healthcare, business administration, and the social sciences, providing a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees alongside our flagship Doctor of Chiropractic program. As we continue our mission to empower students and pioneer innovative approaches to vitalistic education, we are actively seeking passionate professionals to join us in our commitment to excellence.

Serving Lasting Purpose
At Life University, our mission extends beyond education—we strive to embody a Lasting Purpose: To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve—out of your own abundance. Life University’s guiding principle is to live an inner-directed life, recognizing that the willingness and desire to serve your community and your fellow human beings are just as important as academic pursuits. This philosophy drives our commitment to our students, staff, and the broader community, inspiring us to make meaningful contributions to the world through the transformative power of education and service. We believe that everyone has unique gifts, and as a member of the global community, it is our duty to share those gifts generously, living by the principle of giving, doing, loving, and serving out of abundance.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Life University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

JOB PURPOSE
The Admissions Recruiter for the Doctor of Chiropractic Program is responsible for identifying, engaging, and guiding prospective students through the admissions process. This role focuses on building relationships with undergraduate institutions, pre-health advisors, and prospective students interested in pursuing a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. The recruiter represents the institution at events, provides program information, and supports enrollment growth through strategic outreach and personalized communication.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Student Recruitment & Outreach

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified applicants to the Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program.
• Build relationships with undergraduate institutions, particularly pre-health, kinesiology, biology, and exercise science programs.
• Conduct on-campus and virtual presentations about the DC program, career pathways, and admissions requirements.
• Represent the institution at college fairs, graduate school fairs, professional conferences, and recruitment events.
• Travel to partner institutions and recruitment events as needed.

Applicant Engagement

• Serve as the primary contact for prospective DC students from inquiry through enrollment.
• Conduct one-on-one advising sessions with prospective students to discuss program requirements, prerequisites, and career opportunities in chiropractic.
• Respond promptly to inquiries via phone, email, and virtual meetings.
• Maintain ongoing communication with prospective students to nurture interest and guide them through the application process.
• Manage a designated recruitment territory, generating monthly 50+ prospective student inquiries, converting 40% to applications, achieving 80% acceptance yield, and 50% enrollment conversion through targeted outreach and relationship building with colleges and universities.

Admissions Support

• Assist applicants with application submission, documentation, and prerequisite verification.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to review applicant pipelines and ensure timely follow-up.
• Track recruitment metrics and maintain accurate records in the CRM system.
• Support interview days, campus tours, and admitted student events.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Relationship Development

• Develop partnerships with pre-health advisors, faculty, and student organizations at feeder institutions.
• Build relationships with chiropractic clinics, professional associations, and community partners to promote the profession.
• Participate in professional networking events to increase program visibility.

Data & Reporting

• Monitor recruitment performance and enrollment trends.
• Provide regular reports on recruitment activities, lead generation, and conversion rates.
• Use data insights to refine recruitment strategies and improve outcomes.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education, communications, business, health sciences, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in admissions, recruitment, sales, or student advising.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to travel frequently for recruitment events.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience recruiting for graduate or professional programs.
• Familiarity with healthcare education or chiropractic programs.
• Experience using CRM systems for lead management.
• Knowledge of the chiropractic profession and healthcare career pathways.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Relationship building and networking
• Public speaking and presentations
• Sales and enrollment strategy
• Student advising and mentorship
• Organization and time management
• Data-driven decision making

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Combination of office and travel-based work.
• Frequent travel to universities, recruitment fairs, and events.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for recruitment activities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Travel reimbursement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment.
• Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collects, compiles, compares, and prepares work documents, set-up and maintain work files.
• Must spend majority of time concentrating on CRT identifying and updating information and performing data entry input.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs; retrieving and placing materials on high shelves and on floor-level shelves; standing, walking; carrying; grasping; hearing; seeing; sitting; kneeling; climbing; balancing; stooping; crouching and reaching.