Syracuse University · 2 months ago
Director of Undergraduate Recruitment
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expSyracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics and a rich history. The Director of Undergraduate Recruitment will lead initiatives to attract prospective students and manage relationships to enhance enrollment efforts for the Whitman School of Management.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of Whitman’s undergraduate recruitment and enrollment plans to attract a high-quality applicant pool, increase program visibility, improve yield, and meet enrollment targets aligned with Whitman 2030 goals
Lead comprehensive recruitment programming including campus visitation events, off-campus admissions events, daily information sessions, virtual engagements, and prospective student/family consultations (that may take place during evenings and weekends as needed)
Manage recruitment marketing and communications projects across all platforms including print materials, email campaigns, social media, direct mail, and website content in collaboration with others at the Whitman School
Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and provide feedback to inform future recruitment communications
Employ a data-driven approach to enrollment management, tracking and analyzing the enrollment funnel from inquiry through matriculation to assess progress toward enrollment targets, gather and analyze prospect feedback to inform recruitment strategy and communications, and compile reports that demonstrate ROI on recruitment investments and inform strategic decision-making
Manage the Whitman Visitors Center operations, including supervision of professional staff and student ambassadors, budget management, and ensuring excellent visitor experiences that reflect Whitman’s values and brand
Serve as primary liaison with University Admissions for all aspects of Whitman undergraduate recruitment including coordinating communications to prospective students, participating in application review and interviewing processes, and ensuring alignment with university-wide recruitment initiatives
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with faculty, staff, current students, and alumni to support recruitment activities, create authentic engagement opportunities for prospective students, and leverage the Whitman community in enrollment efforts
Travel required for admissions events in NYC as well as recruitment efforts in cities such as DC, LA, and other strategic areas
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
7+ years of experience in admissions, higher education administration and customer service roles
Demonstrated success in managing, supervising and motivating staff
Exemplary written, oral, and presentation skills with ability to craft persuasive messaging for a variety of audiences including prospective students, families, counselors, and university partners
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience working effectively with individuals from various backgrounds and experiences
Exceptional ability to build relationships that instill confidence and trust
Knowledge of higher education recruitment strategies, enrollment funnel management, and best practices for attracting and converting prospective students
Ability to track metrics, generate reports, and use data to inform strategic decisions and communicate with senior leadership in a compelling manner
Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Experience with enrollment analytics and CRM platforms (Slate or Salesforce preferred)
Company
Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit.
Founded in 1896Syracuse, New York, USA
1001-5000 employees
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