Seton Hall University is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment. Reporting to the Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment, the Assistant Director will play a critical role in facilitating the day-to-day aspects of the graduate admissions process for the University. The Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment will be expected to maintain collaborative relationships with all partners and support the overall strategic enrollment efforts of the University.
The individual hired for this role will be responsible for designing and implementing graduate admission strategies that are data-informed and results-oriented. The incumbent will support recruitment strategies and initiatives across the University’s portfolio of graduate programs, with particular emphasis on business and related disciplines. The incumbent may be expected to work some evenings and/or weekends periodically, and the position will require travel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maximize recruitment strategy and campaigns through the use of Technolutions Slate CRM, while leveraging technology to yield graduate students.
Conduct aggressive, highly-personalized outreach to prospective graduate students using a variety of different platforms with the goal of meeting strategic enrollment goals.
Execute and assess student recruiting events, including information sessions both on and off campus, as well as the Graduate Open House. Recruitment events will be both in-person and virtual.
Participate in virtual and in-person local, regional, national graduate, and international recruitment conferences and fairs with the purpose of building relationships with prospective candidates.
Assist faculty program directors to most effectively engage with prospective students.
Execute a comprehensive and data-driven recruitment strategy in domestic and international markets.
Work in collaboration with the Office of International Programs on international student engagement, recruitment, and enrollment.
Required Qualifications:
Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; Master's degree preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
Five years of progressively responsible experience in graduate recruitment and enrollment management strongly desired.
Other related duties as assigned.
Licenses and Certificates:
N/A
Salary Range:
$56,000 - $77,000
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
References List
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
