Assistant Director, College Recruitment and Admissions

The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is seeking an Assistant Director, College Recruitment and Admissions. This role entails developing recruitment strategies, collaborating with departments, and ensuring alignment with university admissions practices. Candidates should possess a strong background in arts education and have demonstrated experience in recruitment within higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with five years of experience or Master's degree with three years.
• Strong background in music, creative arts, or arts education.
• Prior experience in higher education and arts recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements recruitment and retention strategies.
• Serves as primary contact for prospective students and families.
• Coordinates on-campus and off-campus recruitment events.

Skills

Data management

Strategic admissions management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Slate (CRM)

Job description

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number SAECC4245 Advertised Title Assistant Director, College Recruitment and Admissions Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 006899 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department College of Communication and Fine Arts Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree and three (3) years of relevant experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

The College of Communication and Fine Arts is especially interested in candidates with the following:

Background in music, creative arts, or arts education

Prior experience in higher education and/or arts recruitment

Experience with Slate (CRM)

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule including some nights and weekends.

Posting Date 06/13/2025 Closing Date 06/27/2025 Open Until Screening Begins No Hiring Range $60,000 - $63,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing as well as verbally.
• Proficiency with strategic admissions management.
• Strong background in data management, reporting, and analytics to drive decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance.
  
  

Additional Position Information Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

College-Wide Recruitment & Retention

Develops, leads, and assesses recruitment and retention strategies across College of Communication and Fine Art’s (CCFA) departments and schools, in collaboration with faculty and college leadership.

Duties & Responsibilities

Marketing & Outreach

Collaborates closely with the college’s Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications to align recruitment messaging and promote CCFA’s programs through strategic marketing initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

Enrollment Management

Creates and manages a comprehensive, data-informed enrollment strategy for CCFA using appropriate resources and tools. Analyzes trends and data to support college-wide enrollment goals and make informed recommendations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Admissions & Audition Coordination

Serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students and families for programs within the college. Responds to inquiries and supports program-specific needs such as auditions, portfolio reviews, and interviews.

Coordinates and participates in on-campus and off-campus recruitment events, including college fairs, school visits and other related events as required.

Serves as the college’s primary liaison to the University of Memphis Office of Undergraduate Admissions and other enrollment management staff, ensuring coordination and alignment of recruitment and admissions efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Liaison to Undergraduate Admissions

Serves as the college’s primary liaison to the University of Memphis Office of Undergraduate Admissions and other enrollment management staff, ensuring coordination and alignment of recruitment and admissions efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Administrative Support & Supervision

Collaborates with multiple units across CCFA and provide oversight for student workers assisting with recruitment and admissions activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Cross-Unit Collaboration

Partners with program directors, chairs, and advisors to ensure consistent, student-centered processes for admissions, scholarships, and onboarding.

Duties & Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• References List
• Cover Letter
  
  

Optional Documents

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

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