Director, Undergraduate Recruitment

The Vice President for Enrollment Management is seeking a Director of Undergraduate Recruitment for the Undergraduate Admissions division.

This key leadership role within the Office of Admissions is responsible for developing and executing strategic recruitment plans to attract and enroll a diverse and talented undergraduate student body. The successful candidate will bring a combination of advanced education, proven leadership skills, and expertise in leveraging data and technology to achieve enrollment goals.

The Director of Undergraduate Recruitment will oversee and direct all recruitment efforts for in-state first-year, out-of-state first-year, transfer, and small-town and rural students. Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice-president, Enrollment Management and Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions, the Director will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive recruitment strategies that align with the university's enrollment goals. The Director will lead a team of recruitment professionals and work collaboratively across campus departments and external organizations to ensure a diverse and talented student body.

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* Develop and implement targeted strategies to recruit high-achieving in-state first-year students, leveraging data analytics and regional partnerships by collaborating with high schools, community organizations, and state education leaders to promote the university's programs and opportunities for in-state students.
* Create and manage strategic recruitment plans to attract out-of-state students, with a focus on expanding the university's reach in key national markets by building relationships with out-of-state high schools and educational consultants to raise awareness of the university and its offerings.
* Oversee recruitment initiatives aimed at attracting transfer students from community colleges and other institutions, emphasizing seamless pathways to degree completion. This includes developing articulation agreements with key partner institutions and working with academic departments to facilitate transfer credit evaluations and degree mapping.
* Implement recruitment strategies specifically designed to engage students from small towns and rural areas, addressing the unique challenges these students face by partnering with rural education organizations, high schools, and community leaders to create outreach programs and events that promote access to higher education.
* Utilize CRM tools and analytics to track recruitment trends, evaluate the effectiveness of strategies, provide regular reports on recruitment activities and outcome to senior leadership, and adjust plans as needed to meet enrollment goals, offering insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
* Lead a team of recruitment professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure high levels of performance and engagement by fostering a collaborative environment focused on achieving strategic recruitment goals while promoting professional development opportunities for staff.
* Work closely with academic colleges and departments, financial aid, and student services to ensure recruitment strategies align with university-wide priorities and support prospective students throughout the admissions process. Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including high school counselors, community organizations, and educational partners.
* Assist with the planning and execution of recruitment events, including campus tours, open houses, virtual information sessions, and specialized visit programs for targeted student populations. Work with university departments to ensure a coordinated and impactful approach to student engagement during these events.
* Assist with development of budget for area(s) of responsibility, monitoring the departmental operating budget(s) to ensure spending aligns with division and departmental strategies.

To be eligible, an individual must meet all minimum requirements which are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically expected to be successful in the role. For education and experience, minimum requirements are listed on the top row below. If substitutions are available, they will be listed on subsequent rows and may only to be utilized when the candidate does not meet the minimum requirements.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Focus of Education: Degree in Education, Communications, Management, Counseling, or related field
Years of Experience: 7
Focus of Experience :Experience in higher education, undergraduate admissions, student recruiting, enrollment management, CRM systems, with progressive leadership responsibilities. A minimum of 2 years of experience in the direct supervisor of full-time professional staff.

The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision, innovative thinking, and a passion for student success to this pivotal role, helping Auburn University achieve its enrollment objectives while maintaining its commitment to academic excellence and accessibility.

Educational Background:

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