Director Of Graduate Admissions & Recruitment; Internal

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E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

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Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Averitt College of Graduate Studies

The Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive graduate enrollment strategy that aligns with university objectives to grow graduate enrollment. This role provides leadership and supervision to the graduate recruitment team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. The director works closely with deans, department chairs, and program directors to implement innovative recruitment and yield strategies while ensuring a seamless admissions process for prospective students.

This role requires effective leadership, data-informed decision-making, and a commitment to graduate education. The director is part of the university's Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Council.

This position is open to internally active employees of Georgia Southern University.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive graduate enrollment strategy to include annual recruitment plans that align with university objectives to grow graduate enrollment
• Provide leadership and supervision to recruitment staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Work with deans, department chairs, and program directors to develop and implement innovative recruitment and yield strategies for graduate students
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to graduate admissions and analyze enrollment trends (market research and competitor analysis) to inform recruitment strategies and projections. Develop reports and presentations for university leadership on graduate enrollment trends and projections
• Work with admissions processing and Slate captain (CRM tool) to optimize the student experience and processing efficiency
• Partner with marketing and communication teams to enhance the visibility of graduate programs and attract high-quality applicants
• Collaborate with the program directors to develop policies and procedures that streamline the admissions process while maintaining compliance with university, state, and federal regulations
• Serve as the primary liaison between the graduate admissions office and academic departments, providing training and guidance on best practices for new student recruitment
• Cultivate relationships with prospective students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external partners to promote graduate programs and foster…