Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions & Engagement

Jacksonville University; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville University is seeking an Associate Director of UG Admissions – Student Engagement & Recruitment to lead undergraduate recruitment and enrollment efforts in Florida and the Southeast, with emphasis on local markets.

Responsibilities include leading a team of admissions counselors, guiding enrollment through the process, and collaborating with internal partners to improve conversion and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years working in enrollment management, preferably in undergraduate admissions.
• 1+ years managerial experience.
• Strong understanding of the admissions cycle, application review process, student recruitment, and key metrics.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives and planning recruitment travel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and other basic technology.
• Experience with Slate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and provide support to prospective students, applicants, parents, advisors, and other stakeholders to facilitate the admissions and enrollment process.
• Manage, train, develop, and support a team of admissions counselors with guidance on recruitment and student engagement practices.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of recruitment records, data, and reporting for local recruitment activities.
• Analyze enrollment trends in assigned territories, with focus on local Jacksonville market, to develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop and implement goals and strategies to strengthen local relationships and partnerships to support enrollment goals.
• Provide recommendations to leadership regarding admissions processes and local market opportunities.
• Cultivate new relationships to enhance local recruitment and visibility within the community.
• Deliver presentations to prospective students and families about Jacksonville University and programs.

Job description

Jacksonville University is seeking an Associate Director of UG Admissions – Student Engagement & Recruitment to lead undergraduate recruitment and enrollment efforts in Florida and the Southeast, with emphasis on local markets.

Responsibilities include leading a team of admissions counselors, guiding enrollment through the process, and collaborating with internal partners to improve conversion and outcomes.