Associate Director

University Of Nebraska-lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff/dependent scholarship program

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Associate Director for undergraduate admissions recruitment. This role centers on coordinating outreach efforts, supervising a team, and leading strategic initiatives to achieve enrollment goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 4 years of experience in admissions or recruitment, and strong communication and analytical skills. This position is based in Lincoln, Nebraska and requires a valid driver's license. Excellent benefits include scholarships for staff and dependents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in recruitment, enrollment management, or admissions.
• Experience supervising professional staff.
• Ability to analyze recruitment data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate high-school visits and outreach.
• Train and support recruitment staff.
• Analyze recruitment data to improve strategy.

Skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Event planning

Team development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Position Overview

The Associate Director leads undergraduate admissions recruitment, primarily for first‑time freshmen in Nebraska and across the country. This role coordinates high school visits, college fairs, and outreach with counselors and educators under the direction of the Executive Director of Admissions. The Office of Admissions is part of the Academic Services and Enrollment Management (ASEM) division. As a member of the Admissions Leadership Team, the Associate Director works collaboratively with peers throughout the division, using data to guide recruitment and providing leadership to achieve enrollment goals. The Associate Director oversees a team of recruitment staff and directly supervises Assistant Directors. This position is based in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate high‑school visits, college fairs, and outreach with counselors and educators.
• Plan and run yield activities and territory strategies to convert prospects to enrollments.
• Train staff in territory management, monitor performance, and support staff growth.
• Analyze recruitment data and territory results to inform strategy and improve market share.
• Create reports and plans with admissions leadership and campus partners to set strategy and meet enrollment targets.
• Supervise Assistant Directors and provide team development.
• Travel regularly, including evenings and weekends, during peak recruitment periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of professional experience in recruitment, enrollment management, admissions, enrollment marketing, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in public speaking and delivering presentations.
• Experience supervising professional staff, including responsibility for performance management and team development.
• Experience using Salesforce or another customer‑relationship‑management system to inform strategy and track outcomes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret recruitment or enrollment data to inform strategic decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and present information to stakeholders.
• Knowledge of first‑time freshmen and transfer admissions operations and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Event planning and coordination skills.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision or administrative support.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Excellent benefits include a staff/dependent scholarship program. A criminal history background check and driving record check will be conducted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. For more information, see https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.