Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment

Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment

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Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Enrollment Management and Student Engagement, the Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment plays a key leadership role in shaping and executing the Graduate School’s enrollment strategy at UNT Dallas. As part of a small, collaborative team, this position works closely with colleagues in admissions processing, student engagement, and academic departments to meet enrollment goals and strengthen the graduate student experience.

Operationally, the Associate Director manages the daily functions of graduate recruitment and admissions to ensure an efficient and student-focused process from inquiry through enrollment. The role oversees communication and outreach to prospective students, manages application workflows, and supports high-quality customer service in a competitive market.

Strategically, the Associate Director contributes to the development of innovative and data-informed recruitment and marketing initiatives that build awareness of UNT Dallas graduate programs. The position collaborates across campus with university marketing, faculty, and student services to cultivate new pipelines, enhance visibility, and achieve enrollment and student quality targets that align with the mission and goals of the Graduate School.

• Master's degree in higher education administration, enrollment management, business administration, or a related field and 7 years of experience in graduate or professional school recruitment and admissions.

• Comprehensive knowledge of graduate admissions, recruitment, and enrollment management practices.
• Knowledge of higher education operations, academic program structures, and marketing/outreach strategies for graduate programs.
• Familiarity with data analysis, reporting, and CRM and campus-wide systems (e.g., Salesforce, People Soft, or similar) to inform strategy and decision-making.

• Strong leadership and project-management skills, capable of driving multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills for engaging prospective students, faculty, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in using technology and data to streamline processes and measure recruitment effectiveness.
• Strategic planning and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

• Ability to develop and execute comprehensive recruitment plans aligned with institutional goals.
• Ability to analyze trends and data to inform enrollment strategies and report on outcomes.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, enrollment management, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Seven (7) years of experience in graduate or professional school recruitment and admissions.
• Supervisory experience in managing staff, student workers, or graduate assistants.
• Experience using CRM and recruitment technologies such as People Soft, Salesforce, Slate, or Halda to manage communications, track engagement, and analyze recruitment performance.
• Experience developing marketing and communication campaigns for graduate student audiences.
• Experience recruiting for online, hybrid, or nontraditional graduate programs.
• Demonstrated success in using data analytics and digital engagement tools to inform recruitment strategies and improve outcomes.

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• Develop and implement recruitment strategies that align with the Graduate School’s enrollment goals, leveraging data and technology to attract and enroll a broad and well-qualified student population.
• Oversee day-to-day recruitment and admissions operations to ensure an efficient, accurate, and student-centered process from inquiry to enrollment.
• Manage communication workflows with prospective students…