Job Title

Corps of Cadets Recruiting Officer

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Leadership and Military College

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

If you're passionate about shaping future leaders and excited to contribute to a rapidly expanding Corps of Cadets program, we encourage you to apply for our open Corps of Cadets Recruiting Officer positions.

The Corps of Cadets Recruiting Officer supports the Deputy Commandant and the Tarleton Corps of Cadets by developing and executing strategic recruitment initiatives to grow and retain student enrollment. This position involves creating and implementing a recruitment plan that effectively communicates program guidelines, enrollment processes, and scholarship opportunities. The Recruiting Officer plays a critical role in the program’s expansion, aligning efforts with the University and Corps’ strategic goals to support both student recruitment and retention.

This is an in-office position based on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, TX. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Requires the ability to work remotely at the University’s discretion. Flexibility is required for weekend work, after-hours commitments, and business travel as needed. The Recruiting Officer also serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

*This announcement will fill two open vacancies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Execution:

• Develops and implements a strategic recruiting and retention plan in coordination with the Deputy Commandant that supports the University and Leadership and Military College’s strategic goals as aligned with Tarleton Forward 2030.

• Creates and distributes recruitment materials, including print, web, and audiovisual resources, that highlight Corps of Cadets career pathways and scholarship opportunities.

• Designs, creates, and maintains timely accurate website and social media content to enhance recruitment efforts and engage prospective students and their families.

• Engages with organizations, schools, and community groups to promote the Corps program, both on and off campus.

• Attends community meetings and events to engage alumni and stakeholders in recruitment efforts.

• Visits high schools, junior colleges, JROTC programs, and other academic organizations to cultivate referrals to the Corps of Cadets.

• Establishes and nurtures relationships with prospective students and parents to ensure ongoing interest and commitment.

Student Engagement & Retention:

• Organizes and manages the peer-to-peer mentoring program for the Corps of Cadets.

• Supports Cadet training, mentoring, and planning activities to understand day-to-day Cadet life and identify trends that enhance recruiting and retention.

• Assists with Corps functions and events to foster strong relationships with Cadets and their families, contributing to retention efforts.

Support & Administration:

• Directs the activities of up to five student cadets serving as recruiting assistants, either through Corps service positions or paid student roles.

• Provides input on scholarship award processes and analyses retention and commissioning trends to align with Corps and University goals, including the goal of becoming a Senior Military College.

• Supports the Deputy Commandant and other leadership as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience.

• Three years of experience with a Corps of Cadets or six years of military service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Corps of Cadets or military recruiting experience.

• Master’s degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to travel, including overnight travel, and manage travel logistics and expenses in accordance with University policies.

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and maintain follow-up with current and prospective students and their parents

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information effectively to diverse audiences.

• Ability to design and create website/social media content.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Smart Sheet, Zoom, and other virtual meeting and database applications.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

Institution Overview:  A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of over 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.

Salary

The target base annual salary is commensurate with experience with a target base salary range of $53,745 - $59,119.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance

  • Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

  • Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.