Recruitment Specialist

Recruitment Specialist - College of Nursing 📍 Los Angeles, CA | Full-Time Recruit Future Nurses. Advance Health Equity. Change Lives. At Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) , we're more than a university. We're a community-founded institution dedicated to advancing health equity, increasing healthcare access, and preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders. We're seeking an energetic, relationship-driven Recruitment Specialist to help grow enrollment for our College of Nursing . If you're passionate about connecting with students, building partnerships, and making a meaningful impact on communities through education, this is an opportunity to do work that truly matters. Every future nurse you recruit has the potential to improve lives, strengthen communities, and transform healthcare. Why Join CDU? ✨ Mission-driven work with purpose ✨ 17 paid holidays annually ✨ Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits ✨ Retirement savings programs ✨ Generous paid time off ✨ Free EV charging stations ✨ Professional development and career growth opportunities ✨ Inclusive, collaborative campus culture ✨ Opportunity to support the next generation of healthcare professionals What You'll Do As the Recruitment Specialist for the College of Nursing, you will: Serve as a primary ambassador for CDU and its nursing programs Build and maintain relationships with prospective students, community colleges, universities, healthcare organizations, and community partners Plan and attend recruitment events, college fairs, information sessions, and community outreach activities Conduct engaging presentations both virtually and in person Develop and execute territory recruitment plans to meet enrollment goals Guide prospective students through the admissions process Track recruitment activity and pipeline development using CRM systems Collaborate with faculty, admissions, marketing, and university leadership to increase awareness of CDU nursing programs Identify innovative opportunities to attract and enroll diverse student populations What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree Strong presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends Valid California Driver's License and proof of insurance Preferred Qualifications Experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, healthcare outreach, marketing, or sales Experience using CRM systems such as Slate Knowledge of nursing education or healthcare professions Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus The Ideal Candidate You are: Passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals Comfortable speaking to large and small audiences Results-oriented and highly organized Skilled at developing partnerships and community relationships Self-motivated and able to work independently Committed to diversity, inclusion, and health equity Why This Role Matters This isn't just recruitment. It's an opportunity to help shape the future healthcare workforce. At CDU, you'll help identify and inspire students who will become nurses, leaders, advocates, and change-makers serving communities that need them most. Your work will directly contribute to our mission of addressing healthcare disparities and improving outcomes for underserved populations. Join us in preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare leaders. Apply today and make an impact that extends far beyond the classroom. #HigherEducationJobs #StudentRecruitment #CollegeRecruitment #AdmissionsJobs #NursingEducation #HealthcareCareers #LosAngelesJobs #CharlesRDrewUniversity #RecruitmentSpecialist #HealthEquity #EducationCareers #CollegeOfNursing #MissionDrivenWork #HiringNow EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status. Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.