Assistant Director - WSB Graduate Programs

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University’s Woodbury School of Business seeks an Assistant Director of Graduate Programs to lead recruitment, enrollment, and student success initiatives for graduate programs on UVU’s Main Campus in Orem. This role emphasizes strategy, partnership-building, and operational leadership to expand program visibility and impact.

The position reports to a senior division and involves collaboration with faculty, industry partners, and prospective students to strengthen graduate education

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business administration, higher education administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of progressive leadershipexperience.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment and enrollment growth for graduate programs.
• Oversee enrollment management and student services.
• Develop data-informed recruitment strategies and partnerships.
• Direct strategic planning and reporting to guide program growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Assistant Director - WSB Graduate Programs

Salary: $63,793.00 - $75,050.00 Annually

Job Type: FT Exempt Salaried Staff

Job Number: FY2706517

Closing: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: Main Campus - Orem

Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

Join Utah Valley University's Woodbury School of Business and playa key role in shaping the future of graduate education. As theAssistant Director of Graduate Programs, you'll have theopportunity to lead initiatives that expand program visibility,strengthen enrollment efforts, and enhance the overall graduatestudent experience. Your work will directly contribute to thegrowth and success of high-impact graduate programs while helpingstudents advance their educational and professional goals.

This position offers a dynamic blend of leadership, strategy,relationship building, and operational management. You'llcollaborate with faculty, staff, industry partners, and prospectivestudents to drive recruitment, support student success, and fostermeaningful connections between academic programs and the businesscommunity. As a trusted leader within the Woodbury School ofBusiness, you'll help guide program development, oversee keyoperational functions, and contribute to the continued growth andreputation of graduate education at UVU. If you're passionate abouthigher education, strategic leadership, and creating opportunitiesthat positively impact students and organizations, this role offersthe chance to make a lasting difference in a collaborative andinnovative environment.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Community Outreach & Recruitment: Develop & executedata-informed community outreach & recruitment strategies toattract a diverse and highly qualified student body. Establish& sustain strategic partnerships with industry leaders,professional organizations, and academic institutions to fortifyrecruitment pipelines and expand program reach. Serve as theleading representative of the graduate programs at key recruitmentevents. Spearhead the creation and execution of innovativeinformation sessions, webinars, and workshops to engage and educateprospective students. Lead collaboration with the marketing team todrive brand recognition through compelling promotional materials,digital campaigns, and targeted recruitment initiatives. Direct andoversee outreach efforts aligned with institutional initiatives toensure broad and equitable access to graduate programs. Provideleadership, guidance, and mentorship to the Enrollment andRecruiting Program Manager in executing recruitment initiatives andoutreach strategies.
• Office Operations & Enrollment Management: Provideleadership in overseeing daily office operations, ensuring optimaladministrative efficiency, student services excellence, and staffcollaboration. Drive strategic oversight of enrollment processes,including application review, admissions coordination, and studentonboarding. Design and implement sophisticated, data-driventracking systems for recruitment, enrollment, and retention tooptimize institutional effectiveness. Ensure adherence toinstitutional policies and accreditation requirements, continuouslyidentifying areas for improvement and innovation. Build and sustaindynamic, cross-functional relationships with university departmentsto enhance student support services. Directly oversee theEnrollment and Recruiting Program Manager and frontlineadministrative staff, providing visionary leadership and strategicdirection to enhance enrollment initiatives and student engagementefforts.
• Student Engagement & Prospective Student Support: Leadhigh-impact initiatives to support prospective students through theapplication and enrollment process. Oversee the development andexecution of comprehensive informational sessions, open houses, andindividualized meetings to engage and convert prospective students.Cultivate a vibrant, inclusive, and student-centered environment bydriving engagement efforts, collaborating with faculty, staff, andstudent organizations to ensure robust access to essential campusresources and opportunities.
• Strategic Planning & Reporting: Direct the collection,analysis, and synthesis of key enrollment and demographic data todrive strategic decision-making and continuous program improvement.Provide high-level insights and strategic recommendations to seniorleadership to enhance recruitment, retention, and the overallstudent experience. Play a pivotal leadership role in institutionalplanning and strategy meetings, ensuring the alignment of programgoals with broader university objectives. Lead the development,assessment, and implementation of best practices in studentengagement, recruitment, and academic support, positioning thegraduate programs as a leader in innovation and excellence.Demonstrated expertise in leading teams, developingforward-thinking strategies, and driving institutional change.Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills toinfluence and engage diverse stakeholders at all levels. Proventrack record of success in marketing, outreach strategies, andenrollment management techniques. Ability to work bothindependently and collaboratively in a high-paced, results-drivenenvironment. Advanced proficiency in data management, assessmenttools, and CRM systems, with the ability to leverage technology forstrategic advantage.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Master's degree in business administration, higher educationadministration, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of progressive leadershipexperience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Understanding of institutional change and strategicplanning.
• Expertise in marketing, outreach strategies, and enrollmentmanagement techniques.
• Proficiency in data management, assessment tools, and CRMsystems.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonalskills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in ahigh-paced, results-driven environment.

Abilities

• Capacity to develop and drive institutional strategies.
• Ability to engage diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Aptitude for leveraging technology to support recruitment and enrollment initiatives.

EEO Statement

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