Inside Higher Ed · 1 month ago
Assistant Director, Graduate Recruiting & Shared Services
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
4+ years expGeorgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business is one of the largest business schools in the country, and they are seeking an Assistant Director for Graduate Recruiting & Shared Services. This role is instrumental in supporting the recruitment and admission of students into various graduate programs, executing recruitment strategies, managing enrollment processes, and providing leadership within the admissions team.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Associate Director to plan and execute recruitment strategies across multiple territories
Represent Robinson at information sessions, open houses, corporate outreach events, and other recruitment activities locally, nationally, and internationally
Engage prospects through responsive, high-touch communication and relationship building
Plan and coordinate major recruitment events, including Open Houses, Information Sessions, and Admitted Student programs
Partners with vendors, current students, and internal teams to support peer engagement, student ambassador initiatives, and digital outreach efforts
Manage the end-to-end enrollment funnel (prospect through enrollment) for assigned programs
Leverage CRM tools to track engagement, assess conversion, identify yield opportunities, and ensure consistent messaging and data integrity across recruiting efforts
Apply professional judgment and program knowledge to holistically evaluate applicants’ academic readiness, motivation, leadership potential, and fit for graduate study
Support admissions committee processes, application review workflows, and scholarship recommendations in alignment with established policies and enrollment goals
Provide leadership support across the recruiting and admissions team, including leading process improvement initiatives, supporting annual cycle planning, managing recruitment operations, and supervising graduate assistants
Contribute to the adoption of new technologies and data-informed practices to enhance efficiency and candidate experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and four years of supervisory experience, or a combination of education and related experience
Preferred
Knowledge of graduate admissions, recruitment practices, and effective candidate advising
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Experience using CRM systems to manage prospects, track engagement, and assess outcomes
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and work independently and collaboratively
Strong event coordination and project management skills
Willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed and travel regionally, nationally, and internationally
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship
Company
Inside Higher Ed
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Funding
Current Stage
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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