XOCOM Admissions Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

XOCOM Admissions Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

Xavier University of Louisiana XOCOM is committed to “educating and training diverse physician leaders who advance just health outcomes, innovation, and the reimagination of healthcare,” preparing compassionate physician‑scientists who champion inclusiveness and excellence in medicine. The Admissions Recruitment & Outreach Specialist advances this mission by coordinating and implementing recruitment, outreach, and engagement initiatives that attract a mission‑aligned applicant pool. This role serves as a primary liaison to prospective students, pre‑health advisors, and community partners while supporting pathway programs that expand access to medical education.

The Specialist contributes to recruitment planning, event coordination, data tracking, and communications that strengthen prospective student experiences. The ideal candidate is organized, relationship‑driven, adaptable, and committed to student‑centered service in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment.

AA/ EOE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in admissions, recruitment, outreach, student services, enrollment management, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience coordinating events, outreach activities, or student engagement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, and CRM or database systems.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as recruitment activities require.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally (40–50% travel).
• Demonstrated professionalism, organizational skills, and commitment to student‑centered service.

• Master’s degree in higher education, education, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• Experience in medical education, health professions education, or graduate/professional admissions.
• Experience with recruitment strategy development, outreach planning, or pathway programming.
• Familiarity with CRM (AMP, Kira Talent, etc.) systems, admissions software, and data reporting tools.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and community engagement initiatives.
• Familiarity with LCME accreditation standards or admissions compliance practices.
• Commitment to health equity, inclusive excellence, and mission‑aligned recruitment.

Full time exempt position.

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments and communities.
• Strategic thinking with strong attention to operational detail.
• Cultural humility and ability to engage individuals with a variety of experiences.
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
• Proficiency with technology, databases, and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Coordinate and support recruitment activities including information sessions, open houses, campus visits, recruitment fairs, and virtual programming.
• Represent XOCOM at local, regional, and national recruitment events and community engagement programs.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students, providing timely and professional communication.
• Build and maintain relationships with pre‑health advisors, colleges/universities, community organizations, and pathway partners.
• Assist in developing and implementing outreach strategies to attract a mission‑aligned applicant pool.
• Support pathway initiatives that expand awareness of and access to medical education opportunities.

• Collaborate with admissions leadership to support recruitment planning and yield initiatives.
• Assist with admissions communications, including presentations, recruitment materials, email campaigns, and social media outreach.
• Coordinate logistics and staffing for recruitment events, including travel arrangements, scheduling, and event…