Assistant Director - Orientation | Enrollment

agInnovation Northeast; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University in Pullman, WA is seeking an Assistant Director for Orientation | Enrollment to lead and manage designated programs within New Student Enrollment and Orientation. You will oversee program development, coordinate family and first-year programs, and support student advising during key transition periods.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in student services, with a Master’s degree substituting for one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional work experience in student services or related field.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of designated programs within New Student Enrollment and Orientation.
• Provide leadership to specific programs and supervise staff as assigned.
• Support program development including Off-Site Orientation, Parent & Family Programs, Week of Welcome, and student advising.
• Travel as needed and maintain flexible schedule to meet program needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Diversity experience

Public speaking / group facilitation

Multitasking / time management

Flexible scheduling (weekends/evenings

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Tools

Slate or CRM technology

Job description

Assistant Director - Orientation | Enrollment# WSU Jobs## Assistant Director - Orientation | EnrollmentApply: Pullman, WA: Full time: Posted Today: R-15543**Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:**November 19, 2026If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.**Available Title(s):**1482-YN\\_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 2**Business Title:**Assistant Director - Orientation | Enrollment**Employee Type:**Admin. Professional**Position Details:****The Opportunity:**As the **Assistant Director** in the **Office of New Student Enrollment**, you are a member of the orientation team and report to the Director of Orientation Programs. Your primary responsibilities include leading the planning and implementation of designated/assigned programs within New Student Enrollment and Orientation. Programs may include Off-Site Orientation Program Development & Management; Parent and Family Programs; First-year and transfer Student Programs; Week of Welcome Student Advising; Assessment and Student hiring, training, and development. In this position, you provide direct support of all programs, while providing leadership to specific programs assigned. The Assistant Director duties and responsibilities will be performed in support of department vision, mission and values as well as institutional mission and goals.**Additional Information:**This is a **full time**(100% FTE), **permanent** position. This position is **overtime** **eligible.** **Monthly Salary:** $4,500 - $5,850 Monthly | *Commensurate with experience and qualifications* In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. **Benefits:** WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation. **Required Qualifications:** * Positions require a Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. Experience leading or directing the work of others. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.* Excellent organizational skills.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Experience working with diverse populations.* Experience giving formal presentations and/or group facilitation.* Proven ability to perform multiple tasks and meet deadlines.* Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.* Willingness and ability to travel, including travel via airplane. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience advising and/or supervising college students or high school students, preferably within the WSU Pullman system.* Experience with Slate or other CRM technology.* Working knowledge of orientation, transition and retention principles.* Experience developing and implementing programs in a higher education environment.* Master’s degree in student development, higher education administration, counseling or related field.* Have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.**Position Sponsorship Eligibility:** Not eligible for work visa sponsorship**Area/College:** **Enrollment Management** **Department Name:** **New Student Enrollment & Orientation Programs** **Location:** Pullman, WA **Application Instructions:** Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter **External candidates**, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. **Current WSU Employees (internal candidates)**, before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday. **Background Check:** This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.**Time Type:**Full time**Position Term:**12 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.