Weber State University
Director of Recruitment & Outreach
🇺🇸
Ogden, UT
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Full-Time
💰
$60K
💻
Enrollment
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March 4th, 2026
CRM
Edtech.com's Summary
Weber State University is hiring a Director of Recruitment & Outreach. The Director leads the development and execution of strategic, data-informed recruitment efforts aligned with the university's mission, supervises recruitment staff, and manages the prospective student funnel from inquiry through admission. This role partners with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment to translate enrollment goals into targeted strategies, leverages CRM and enrollment data for decision-making, and oversees recruitment territories, travel, and vendor partnerships while ensuring accountability and stewardship of resources.
Highlights
- Leads and executes strategic recruitment initiatives in alignment with institutional enrollment goals.
- Supervises recruitment staff and manages the prospective student funnel from inquiry to admission.
- Partners closely with Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment to develop targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes.
- Utilizes CRM and enrollment data to guide recruitment strategies and performance metrics.
- Manages decisions related to recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on ROI and enrollment performance.
- Required to travel and work evenings and weekends as necessary.
- Requires a Master’s degree or equivalent experience, five years of college employment experience in related areas, and at least one year supervisory experience.
- Preferred qualifications include knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices, CRM and SIS systems experience, presentation skills, and strong communication abilities.
- Exempt staff position with a pay grade of E33 and starting salary at $60,000, with a comprehensive benefits package.
- Responsible for creating a collaborative, student-centered culture focused on expanding access and improving enrollment outcomes.
Director of Recruitment & Outreach Full Description
Director of Recruitment & Outreach
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title | Director of Recruitment & Outreach
Requisition Number | S02290P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule | Evenings, weekends, and travel will be required
Pay Grade | E33
Salary |
FLSA | Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The Director of Recruitment provides strategic leadership for Weber State University’s recruitment efforts in alignment with the institution’s mission of access, opportunity, and student success. This position leads the development and execution of data-informed recruitment strategies, supervises recruitment staff, and oversees management of the prospective student funnel from inquiry through application and admission.
In close partnership with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Director translates institutional enrollment goals into targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes. The role drives decisions regarding recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on return on investment, enrollment performance, and capacity. The Director leverages CRM and enrollment data to guide strategy, holds the team accountable to clear performance metrics, and ensures responsible stewardship of institutional resources while cultivating a collaborative, student-centered culture committed to expanding access and strengthening enrollment outcomes.
This position is required to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications | Required: Master’s degree or equivalent experience Five years full-time college employment experience in academic advisement, registration, admissions, financial aid, student services, or enrollment services, or equivalent experience At least one year of related supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: Dynamic presentation skills Knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices and enrollment management principles Experience with implementing and utilizing CRM in conjunction with SIS systems to make data-informed decisions on the enrollment pipeline Self-motivated and ability to management and motivate students and professional staff Detail-oriented with excellent organizations skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Requisition Number | S02290P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule | Evenings, weekends, and travel will be required
Pay Grade | E33
Salary |
FLSA | Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The Director of Recruitment provides strategic leadership for Weber State University’s recruitment efforts in alignment with the institution’s mission of access, opportunity, and student success. This position leads the development and execution of data-informed recruitment strategies, supervises recruitment staff, and oversees management of the prospective student funnel from inquiry through application and admission.
In close partnership with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Director translates institutional enrollment goals into targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes. The role drives decisions regarding recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on return on investment, enrollment performance, and capacity. The Director leverages CRM and enrollment data to guide strategy, holds the team accountable to clear performance metrics, and ensures responsible stewardship of institutional resources while cultivating a collaborative, student-centered culture committed to expanding access and strengthening enrollment outcomes.
This position is required to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications | Required: Master’s degree or equivalent experience Five years full-time college employment experience in academic advisement, registration, admissions, financial aid, student services, or enrollment services, or equivalent experience At least one year of related supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: Dynamic presentation skills Knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices and enrollment management principles Experience with implementing and utilizing CRM in conjunction with SIS systems to make data-informed decisions on the enrollment pipeline Self-motivated and ability to management and motivate students and professional staff Detail-oriented with excellent organizations skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date | 03/03/2026
Review Date | 03/17/2026
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 17, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27764
Review Date | 03/17/2026
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 17, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27764
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position | Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
Supplemental Questions
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- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- jobs.weber.edu
- KSL
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Agency Referral
- Personal Referral
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- * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents
- Philosophy Statement
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