Associate Director, Student Program

Associate Director, New Student Program

Location:

Bellevue College

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Position Summary:

The Associate Director of New Student Programs provides leadership and direction for New Student Orientation (NSO) and New Student Enrollment (NSE). Reporting to the Director of Outreach & Recruitment, this position supervises New Student Advisors and the New Student Orientation Specialist. This position plays a key role in building, sustaining, and evaluating student onboarding processes. The Associate Director balances strategic planning with hands-on outreach to prospective students, families, and community partners.

Pay, Benefits &

Work Schedule:

Position Salary Range: $78,777/year - $114,227/year. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $87,639/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule. We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents;

choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc. The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for overtime under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Positions with salaries below the Washington State minimum wage is eligible for overtime pay.

About The College:
Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve. As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do.

Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

About the Department:
Guided by Bellevue College's mission to remove barriers, innovate boldly, and promote lifelong transformation, the Welcome Center and Outreach and Recruitment work in close partnership to support prospective students from first engagement through registration. Together, the department provides inclusive outreach, personalized guidance, and clear pathways to enrollment that empower students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to begin and sustain their educational journey in an evolving world.

Essential Functions:

Supervision and Operations Leadership, New Student Orientation and New Student Enrollment Coordination, New Student Advising, Collaboration and Campus Engagement

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education, or a related field. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in higher education outreach, recruitment, admissions, or a closely related student services role. Demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity, which may include supervision of staff, student workers, or work study employees;

coordination of teams during events; or serving in a lead role on projects or initiatives. Experience planning, coordinating, and executing outreach or recruitment events. Experience building and maintaining relationships with external partners, community organizations, or K-12 institutions. Demonstrated experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems or student information systems (e.g., Salesforce, or similar). Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as recruitment activities require. Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills. Demonstrated ability to use computers for data entry, web applications, searching the internet, and resolving basic computer issues. Valid driver's license, two (2) years of driving experience, and ability to travel for outreach activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field. Experience in a formal supervisory role with direct reports. Demonstrated experience developing or contributing to strategic enrollment or outreach plans. Demonstrated…