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University of Houston-Downtown is hiring a Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment. The Director is responsible for developing strategic initiatives to attract and enroll graduate students, overseeing recruitment efforts, and building partnerships with key stakeholders. The role requires collaboration with academic departments and external partners to enhance the graduate student experience and increase enrollment.

Highlights

Oversee the graduate admissions process and recruitment efforts.
Build and maintain partnerships with academic and external entities.
Manage and develop the admissions staff.
Analyze enrollment trends for strategic decisions.
Requires a Master's degree and five years of related job experience.
Preferred experience with PeopleSoft and EAB software.
Salary range: $72,265 - $80,395.

Director, Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Full Description

| Department: Graduate & International Adm
| Salary: $72,265 - $80,395
| Description: Job Summary The Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment is responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives to attract, recruit, and enroll graduate students at the University of Houston-Downtown. This position oversees graduate recruitment efforts, builds partnerships with key stakeholders, and ensures a seamless admissions process. The Director will work collaboratively with academic departments, faculty, and external partners to increase enrollment and enhance the graduate student experience from inquiry through matriculation.Duties Oversees the graduate admissions process, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to university policies and accreditation standards Leads and manages recruitment efforts, including graduate fairs, information sessions, corporate partnerships, and digital engagement strategies Develops and executes a comprehensive graduate recruitment and admissions strategy aligned with UHD's enrollment goals Builds and maintains partnerships with undergraduate institutions, employers, community organizations, and professional associations to strengthen graduate student pipelines Works closely with academic departments to understand program offerings and admission requirements, ensuring effective communication with prospective students Supervises and provides professional development for graduate admissions staff, ensuring high service and engagement with prospective students Analyzes enrollment trends, prepares reports, and assesses the effectiveness of recruitment strategies to make data-driven decisionsMarginal Duties Performs all other duties as assigned Represents UHD at recruitment events, conferences, and meetings to promote graduate programs and foster relationships with key stakeholders Collaborates with the marketing and communications team to develop targeted recruitment materials, digital campaigns, and outreach initiativesSupervisory Responsibilities Direct Reports: Full-time EmployeesDelegation of Work: Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s)Supervision Given: Has primary responsibility for conducting performance evaluations and making recommendations for hiring and dismissing employeesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge: Knowledge of recruitment best practices, varied learning modalities, experience with marketing and communications, and working with students from various backgrounds Knowledge of computer operations/data processing systemsSkills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbilities: Ability to exercise group leadership skills that emphasize collaboration, consensus building, conflict resolution, and problem solving Ability to work as part of a team dedicated to collaboration and the university's goal of increasing enrollmentWork Location and Physical Demands Primary Work Location: Works in an office environmentPhysical Demands: Work is performed in a typical interior work environment, which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements The individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risksQualifications Required Education: Master's degreeRequired Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of related job experienceLicense/Certification None RequiredPreferred Qualifications Five (5) years of experience in Student Services or Enrollment Management Experience with PeopleSoft and EAB is preferred
| All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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Director, Graduate Admissions and Recruitment

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Director, Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Full Description

Enrollment Management Administrator

Regional Admissions Counselor, Senior (New York/New Jersey)

Sr. Director, Enrollment & Partnerships

Admissions Counselor

Evaluator, Graduate Admissions