Assistant Director of Admissions (Regional Recruitment)

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Assistant Director of Admissions to manage recruitment efforts and lead a team of Regional Admissions Officers. This role involves the development of recruitment strategies, team leadership, and extensive travel. Candidates should possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a valid Driver's License. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. Salary is expected at $70,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with two years of experience or Bachelor's degree with four years of experience.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Ability to maintain a virtual presence during standard office hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment plans for new students.
• Supervise Regional Admissions Officers to enhance team effectiveness.
• Collaborate with marketing to create recruitment materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in a relevant area

Bachelor's degree in a relevant area

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Assistant Director of Admissions (Regional Recruitment)

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Job No: 538167

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Student Services

Department: 03020000 - EM-OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

Job Description

The Division of Enrollment Management is looking for an Assistant Director of Admissions Recruitment to lead and manage regional recruitment efforts within the Office of Admissions. In this role, you will supervise a team of Regional Admissions Officers, coordinate recruitment strategies, and engage with prospective students and school personnel to support UF's enrollment goals.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Recruitment Strategy & Outreach

• Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment plans to attract a highly talented freshman class.
• Build and maintain relationships with school counselors, community-based organizations, and alumni groups.
• Organize counselor events to showcase UF's academic strengths and student opportunities.
• Manage an assigned recruitment territory, including high school visits and college fairs.
• Serve as the supervisor for Gator 360 case management to ensure efficient handling of freshman admissions cases.
• Travel extensively during fall, spring, and summer cycles; operate a state vehicle and maintain a valid passport for international travel.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Provide leadership and guidance to Regional Admissions Officers through onboarding, performance management, and ongoing coaching to foster growth and strengthen team effectiveness.
• Guide team efforts to identify key markets and activities using historical and national data.
• Coordinate initiatives that support recruitment and yield efforts in targeted territories.

Marketing & Communications

• Develop targeted recruitment materials and communications via Slate CRM.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Marketing and Communications to update brochures, website, and social media.
• Partner with Student Financial Aid to align messaging with UF's financial aid priorities.

Strategic Planning & Special Projects

• Participate in office-wide planning, resource allocation, and strategic goal setting.
• Assist with special projects and reports as requested by the Associate Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
• Residence and work from a home office in one of UF's primary recruitment territories, including Pittsburgh, PA; Philadelphia, PA; Newark, NJ; the DMV region; Atlanta, GA; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Chicago, IL; Southern California; South Florida; or within one of the boroughs of NYC.
• Ability to maintain a virtual presence and actively participate in meetings during UF main campus standard office hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday).
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Valid Passport, or ability to obtain, is required.

Preferred

• Experience with all levels of university admission.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership skills; experience supervising a team of remote staff.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Expected Salary: $70,000 annually

Special Instructions To Applicants

Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References

Applications must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: 11 January 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538167

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.