Director Graduate Business Recruitment

loyola; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Maryland is seeking a Director of Graduate Business Recruitment to develop and lead strategies for building a robust applicant pipeline across the PMBA, ELMBA, MAcc and certificate programs. The role focuses on top-of-funnel marketing, partnerships with deans, faculty, and external organizations to expand reach.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in recruitment, strong leadership, and experience with CRM systems like Slate to drive enrollment targets while supporting Loyola's

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8+ years of experience in recruitment or related field.
• Experience with higher education recruitment and graduate programs preferred.
• Strong understanding of enrollment marketing and CRM systems (Slate).

Responsibilities

• Top-of-funnel marketing for all Sellinger graduate programs; set enrollment targets and develop strategies.
• Collaborate with Deans, faculty and external partners to expand program awareness and pipeline.
• Lead strategic projects including marketing materials and Slate communications for graduate programs.
• Develop diversity-focused recruiting efforts and partnerships to improve admissions and learner engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Strategic recruiting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Position Title

Director Graduate Business Recruitment

Employee Type

Regular

Office/Department

Graduate Business Programs

Work Environment

Remote and hybrid positions are open to applicants based in states identified here : Work at Loyola | Loyola University Maryland .

Loyola University Maryland Main Campus

Job Type

Full time

Benefits at Loyola

https://www.loyola.edu/department/people-culture/benefits/

Compensation Range

Final compensation offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related experience, internal equity, and alignment with organizational budget.

$59,440.00 - $74,300.00

Anticipated Start Date

Monday, November 16, 2026

Position Duties

The Director, Graduate Business Recruiting will develop, enhance, and lead strategies to build a pipeline of applicants to the portfolio of Sellinger Graduate Programs (the PMBA, the ELMBA, the MAcc, the Certificate Programs and the accelerated pathway programs (such as the 3+1 and 4+1 ELMBA program and the 3+1 and 4+1 MAcc program). Areas of focus will include developing, managing, and creating new relationships with other deans and faculty in other Loyola University Maryland schools, corporate partners, educational institutions, associations, and networks to expand the reach of Sellinger. The Director will have responsibility for top-of-funnel marketing efforts for all graduate programs. Essential Functions

Essential Functions

• Responsible for top of funnel marketing efforts for all Sellinger graduate programs. Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Sellinger Graduate Programs to set annual enrollment targets and then develop, enhance, and implement strategies to meet these targets. Monitor/adjust outreach strategies as needed to help achieve enrollment goals. This includes analyzing recruiting data to identify trends and opportunities, in addition to monitoring the competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with internal partners such as Deans, faculty and advisors in other Loyola University undergraduate programs and external undergraduate programs, as well as corporate/association partners, in creating awareness and building a larger pipeline for the programs. Also work to collaborate and manage partnerships with international recruiters to grow the international student population.
• Actively participate in and lead select strategic projects for graduate business programs such as: 1. Communication flows within slate for all appliucant groups. 2. Development of new programs to enhance the graduate business portfolio. 3. Serve as the primary contact between the Sellinger MarComm individual - this includes assisting with the development and upkeep of marketing material related to Sellinger Graduate Business programs, monitor all marketing items to ensure items are kept up to date, and assisting with Slate communications for marketing graduate business programs/events.
• Develop and nurture diversity-focused recruiting efforts and partnerships designed to improve program admissions and learner engagement for underserved populations. 4. Creating new recruiting initiatives to drive enrollment.
• Non essential: Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

Physical/Environmental Example

N/A

Additional Information

N/A

Education Required

Bachelor's degree

Required Certifications/Licensures

No Required Certifications

Work Experience

8+ years of experience

Describe Required Experience

8+years relevant experience, including 3 years of supervisory responsibilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of higher education landscape. Strong interpersonal skills. Oral and written communication skills, including public speaking. Demonstrated success in leading a team. Experience with technology, particularly CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems such as SLATE. Ability to manage multiple priorities and to delegate. Ability to support the mission and values of a Catholic Jesuit education, as well as University goals for institutional diversity.

Final compensation offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, job-related experience, internal equity, and alignment with organizational budget.

Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Note: Experience and/or education may be substituted for requirements.

Employment Eligibility

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment at Loyola University Maryland, as required by law (e.g., Form I-9). Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the job description or job advertisement