How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
The University of Michigan is a premier public research university with more than 53,488 students, including 35,358 undergraduates, and is firmly committed to serving the people of Michigan, and the world, through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic value. U-M is in high demand, with a record 115,957 undergraduate first-year and transfer applicants in fall 2025 and 9,711 incoming undergraduate students enrolling.
Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Office of Enrollment Management (OEM) manages U-M's enrollment function to efficiently optimize students' experiences throughout their engagement, from prospect to alumni. The division collaborates with campus partners, faculty, and staff in support of the university's mission.
OEM comprises a dedicated team of more than 200 full-time staff members and more than 400 additional student and temporary staff and is structured in five operational units - the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Office of Financial Aid, the Office of New Student Programs, the Office of the Registrar, and OEM Administration. OEM strives to provide excellence in access and support to inspiring learners who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Job Summary
The Recruitment Coordinator for Application Review plays a key role in supporting the effective and consistent evaluation of first-year applications. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Application Review, this position assists with operational components of the application review process, including the planning and delivery of training, day-to-day supervision of the application review specialist team, and ongoing quality monitoring.
In addition to conducting application evaluations, the Recruitment Coordinator provides guidance and subject-matter support to the broader recruitment team to ensure alignment with established review standards. The role also partners closely with the Assistant Director for Application Review and Training on initiatives related to evaluator training, process consistency, and continuous improvement in first-year application evaluation practices.
Responsibilities*
The position helps to support the University's mission of building an academically excellent and diverse educational community. This position serves as the direct supervisor for the Application Review Specialists assigned to review applicants to our talent based and small unit schools/colleges. The responsibilities of this position also include managing weekly application review assignments, tracking productivity and progress towards application review goals/deadlines, conducting bi-weekly meetings with the Application Review Specialist team, and providing ongoing individual feedback to the Application Review Specialists. This role is also responsible for updating the Google Classroom and application review training materials annually.
- 35% - Assist with hiring, training, and supervision to a team of approx. 200 Application Review Specialists, temporary employees who assist with the evaluation of applications.
- 30% - Evaluate applications holistically for domestic and international first year students using the University's individualized, holistic and comprehensive application evaluation guidelines. Recommend appropriate admissions actions in a timely manner.
- 20% - Serve as the admissions and enrollment management liaison for several school/colleges
- 5% - Advise students on admissions preparation, educational opportunities and academic requirements at the University of Michigan. Provide assistance and answer questions regarding admissions requirements, academic programs and student life either in person, via phone or via email.
- 5% - Lead the recruitment team staff assigned to coordinate and execute FERPA appointments and evaluate requests for enrollment deposit extensions and waivers.
- 5% - Assist with the training and ongoing support of members of the recruitment team to ensure accuracy and consistency in the evaluation of first year applications. Help to ensure the team is working efficiently to meet productivity goals and deadlines.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree required
- Two plus years of professional experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Familiarity with basic computer software applications
- Demonstrated ability to lead, train and work collaboratively in a team environment is crucial
Desired Qualifications*
- Professional experience related to admissions, recruitment, and/or student services, specifically in higher education
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
The Office of Enrollment Management requires a hybrid work arrangement of a minimum of three days on-site and two remote days. Thursday is an on-site workday for all divisional staff.
Additional Information
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.