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University of North Texas at Dallas · 1 month ago

Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment

Dallas, TX

Part-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

7+ years exp

The University of North Texas at Dallas is a growing institution dedicated to educational excellence and student success. The Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment will lead the enrollment strategy for the Graduate School, focusing on recruitment, admissions, and enhancing the graduate student experience through innovative initiatives and collaboration across departments.

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Responsibilities

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 through the CRM system and other platforms, ensuring timely, consistent, and personalized communication that supports inquiry conversion and applicant yield

Collaborate with academic departments and program coordinators to understand program needs, enrollment goals, and target audiences, and to design recruitment plans that highlight the unique value of each program

Partner with the Office of Marketing and Communications to create and maintain accurate, engaging, and up-to-date web, print, and digital content for all graduate programs

Plan and execute a year-round calendar of recruitment events including graduate fairs, virtual information sessions, open houses, classroom visits, and community outreach events, both on- and off-campus

Coordinate with admissions processing and student services to ensure seamless transitions from inquiry to application, admission, and matriculation

Collect, analyze, and report data on recruitment, admissions, and enrollment trends; prepare reports and dashboards that inform strategic planning and continuous improvement

Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, alumni, current students, and partner institutions, to build and sustain enrollment pipelines

Monitor budget and resource use related to recruitment activities and ensure alignment with university policies and priorities

Contribute to the continuous improvement of graduate enrollment operations by evaluating processes, identifying efficiencies, and recommending policy or procedural enhancements

Supervise and provide training for part-time staff, student assistants, or graduate ambassadors supporting recruitment and admissions functions

Represent the Graduate School on campus committees and working groups related to enrollment management, student success, and graduate education initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the Graduate School and UNT Dallas

Qualification

Graduate admissions knowledgeRecruitment strategiesData analysisCRM proficiencyLeadership skillsProject managementCommunication skillsStrategic planningProblem-solvingInterpersonal skills

Required

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, PeopleSoft, 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

Preferred

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 PeopleSoft, 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