Assistant Director, Native Student Recruitment

Gonzaga University; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Gonzaga University is seeking an Assistant Director for Native Student Recruitment and Initiatives within the Tribal Relations area. The role focuses on engaging Native students, building partnerships with tribal communities, and creating resources and events to support campus success.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment activities, developing programs, and representing Gonzaga at college fairs and community events while advancing intercultural awareness across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Native American Studies, Education, Student Affairs, Social Work, Counseling, Public Administration, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum three years in higher education, student affairs, K-12 education, tribal education, community engagement, recruitment, advising, or related field.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with Native students, tribal communities, Native-serving organizations, or culturally diverse populations.
• Experience developing and coordinating programs that support student success.

Responsibilities

• Accompany Native students and build collaborative relationships with university, community, and tribal partners.
• Recruit Native students, conduct information sessions and campus visits, and represent Gonzaga at college fairs.
• Develop resources and presentations for faculty, staff and students on Native student issues and tribal relations.
• Assess programs and events for effectiveness and promote intercultural awareness on campus.

Skills

Relationship building

Program development

Recruitment

Intercultural communication

Collaboration

Crisis response awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree (Preferred)

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office

Office 365

Job description

Gonzaga University is seeking an Assistant Director for Native Student Recruitment and Initiatives within the Tribal Relations area. The role focuses on engaging Native students, building partnerships with tribal communities, and creating resources and events to support campus success.

Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment activities, developing programs, and representing Gonzaga at college fairs and community events while advancing intercultural awareness across campus.