Associate Director, College and External Recruitment

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a dedicated recruitment coordinator to oversee activities beyond the central Office of Recruitment and Admissions. The role emphasizes collaboration with academic colleges, campus partners, and the Alumni Association to advance enrollment goals.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with extensive experience; a Bachelor's Degree is preferred. This on-site position requires eligibility to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Nine years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.
• Preferred: 5 years of relevant experience in higher education recruitment and admissions, student affairs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordinator of recruitment activities conducted outside of the Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
• Coordinate with academic college recruitment teams, campus partners, and the Alumni Association.
• Advise on recruitment initiatives and represent the university in admissions outreach.

Skills

Recruitment coordination

Stakeholder collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

About This Role

This position would serve as the primary coordinator of recruitment activities conducted outside of the Office of Recruitment and Admissions, with particular emphasis on academic college recruitment teams and campus partners and the Alumni Association.

About Us

Recruitment and Admissions promotes student success by engaging future, new and current students and families with the K-State community in a spirit of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Nine years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• 5 years of relevant experience in higher education recruitment and admissions, student affairs
• other relevant educational experiences

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: September 18, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$72,000-$75,000