Assistant Director

## Assistant Director Apply locations:
Ball State University time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday time left to apply:
End Date:
July 3, 2026 (15 days left to apply) job requisition :
R-02445
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* Position Title:

** Assistant Director
** Compensation:**$45,000-$50,000
** Department:
** Graduate Admissions
** About this opportunity:
** Ball State University is searching for an Assistant Director to make decisions on international applications and recruit prospective international students by traveling abroad when needed. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefit package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, University-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more!
The ideal candidate will be flexible, willing to work in office and travel. Must have great communication and interpersonal skills.
This is a full-time, on campus opportunity.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
** What you'll do and what you'll bring:
**** Position Function
** In collaboration with the Director of Graduate and International Recruitment and Admissions, support the Graduate and International Admissions unit’s commitment to attracting and recruiting a qualified graduate and international student body, by actively participating in recruitment and admissions initiatives, and meeting the university’s overall enrollment goals. In concert with the Director, develop strategies for recruitment and relationship building with high schools, higher education institutions, counselors, teachers and students.

Make admissions decisions for international undergraduate students. Assist with pre-arrival, arrival, and orientation processes.
** Duties & Responsibilities
** 1. In collaboration with the Director, develop a recruitment strategy that involves selecting regions to visit and planning the timing and schedule of visits. Maintain relationships with counselors at international schools/colleges, advisors, and organizations to ensure a steady flow of qualified students. Evaluate recruitment markets and contribute to achieving enrollment targets.
2. Travel domestically and internationally to recruit students; manage graduate and international recruitment travel by planning and executing a combination of international high school/college visits, college fairs, and other recruitment in-person or online events.
3. Assess the eligibility of international applicants by evaluating their academic credentials, make admissions decisions for international undergraduate students, and provide appropriate follow-up4. Represent Ball State University to prospective students, their families, guidance counselors, and other key stakeholders in the college selection process. Effectively communicate with varied audiences, provide guidance to prospective students and their families, make decisions on appropriate follow-up actions, and consistently maintain a positive and professional image of Ball State University.
5. Collaborate on the development and dissemination of emails, digital marketing campaigns, print materials, and social media posts to engage prospective students. Ensure consistent and clear messaging across all communication channels to enhance the institution’s brand and attract high-quality applicants.
6. Oversee updates to the relevant website and digital resources, such as Education USA. Ensure that the whole team is knowledgeable about current trends in education and admissions.
7. Assist the Director of Graduate and International Student Recruitment and Admissions in developing and maintaining regular reports on the status of all recruitment efforts in meeting the university’s student enrollment goals. .
8. Support and coordinate various admissions programs, including on and off-campus recruitment, yield, orientation, and special events.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and/or university by time of appointment..
* At least one year of work experience in education or related.
* Strong…