Senior Associate Director of Recruitment

2 weeks ago

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Associate Director of Recruitment to join our team. As a key member of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, you will play a critical role in managing a talented staff of admissions counselors and directors, as well as a Travel and Events Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement an innovative recruitment strategy to attract and retain an academically talented and diverse student population.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise a recruitment team of approximately 15 admissions counselors and directors, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of recruitment initiatives.
  • Develop and implement a student search strategy to support university goals, including the implementation of a territory management plan.
  • Provide oversight and additional context as needed to transfer and international recruitment efforts led by specialized directors within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
  • Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, attending weekly Senior Staff meetings and contributing as a key decision maker.
  • Create an annual territory management strategy with the Travel and Events Manager, utilizing historical application data to inform travel for the recruitment staff.
  • Advertise and coordinate the local on-site admissions program for the New River and Roanoke Valleys.
  • Report updates related to application trends, travel, events, and general recruitment activities, including contributing to the annual Undergraduate Admissions report.
  • Advise prospective undergraduate students and families regarding undergraduate educational opportunities, admissions procedures, transfer of credit, financial assistance, and programs.
  • Coordinate and conduct analysis for the purposes of program assessment, policy assessment, researching best practices, forecasting enrollment trends, and yield management.
  • Develop and maintain close working relationships with key secondary school contacts within an assigned territory.
  • Assist with short and long-term strategic planning and implementation of recruitment programs and activities, marketing plans, technology, and office goals.

Requirements

  • Master's degree
  • Several years of service in the college admissions field
  • Strong communication skills
  • Supervisory experience of a team of admissions professionals
  • Experience in a public higher education setting
  • Experience working with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to increasing underrepresented student enrollment
  • A demonstrated ability of attentiveness to detail, being well-organized, and managing multiple priorities
  • Experience in handling high-pressure situations
  • Must be willing to work a schedule that includes frequent evenings, weekends, holidays, and out-of-town travel
  • A valid driver's license is required
  • Must also be able to lift at least 40 pounds independently

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working at a land-grant or Research I institution
  • Experience with Banner
  • Experience with Slate
  • Experience with Scarlet CS - Self-Reported Academic Records (SRAR)

Pay Band

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Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Anticipated starting salary of $100,000

About Virginia Tech

The Commonwealth of Virginia is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. We are dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity, and we offer more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of over 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. We have a significant presence across Virginia, including the Northern Virginia Center, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, and numerous and.

We do not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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