Assistant Director for Community Partnership; HR Student Recruiter II

Job Description

Assistant Director for Community Partnership (HR

Title:

Student Recruiter II) (DIV)

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high‑achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest‑growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.

SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.

The Assistant Director for Community Partnership serves as a member of the Undergraduate Admission Office and is responsible for building meaningful relationships with prospective students, families, community partners, and faith‑based organizations. This role supports the University’s mission to foster a welcoming and inclusive campus environment by developing outreach strategies, coordinating recruitment and yield initiatives, and guiding prospective students through the admission process.

The position will also collaborate closely with the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life. In alignment with the University’s longstanding mission, this role also helps strengthen SMU’s historic commitment to engaging and supporting Jewish students and families as part of its broader community partnership efforts.

Cultivate relationships with students and families through thoughtful outreach programs, high school and community‑based presentations, and campus visits. Provide personalized support on academic planning and college preparation, while introducing students to campus faith‑based organizations, student leaders, and student life opportunities that foster belonging and connection. This includes contributing to SMU’s ongoing efforts to engage and support Jewish students and families as part of broader community outreach.

• Work closely with the SMU Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life to coordinate and integrate events and education as needed, including collaborations that strengthen connections across diverse faith communities.
• Engage faith‑based alumni, students, parents, educators, and community advocates in Dallas County to foster strong support networks and meaningful pathways for prospective students. Ensure timely communication, continual engagement, and follow‑up to sustain long‑term relationships and community trust.
• Weekly and monthly reporting on achievements, challenges, and student/parent/partner interactions. Track, monitor, and assess recruitment and engagement efforts and report on effectiveness.

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required for this position.

Previous experience in nonprofit or higher education recruitment and college readiness programming is preferred. Prior experience partnering with cultural or faith‑based communities, including Jewish organizations, is a plus.

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Familiarity with SMU or other four‑year selective residential universities,…