Manager, Administrative

Utah Education Network; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking an Assistant Director of International Recruitment to lead and coordinate efforts across the Salt Lake City campus. Under the Deputy Director of Admissions, you will help develop and assess a comprehensive international recruitment strategy and align efforts with the Utah Asia Campus and English pathway programs.

You will supervise International Admission Counselors, ensure top-tier customer service, and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year substituted for two years of related work experience).
• Four years of progressively more responsible management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting recruitment short and long-term goals and implement procedures to meet them.
• Develop, implement and assess an international recruitment plan for Salt Lake City campus.
• Supervise International Admission Counselors and coordinate travel for international recruitment efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Working Title Assistant Director of International Recruitment

Career Progression Track E

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional early mornings, nights, and weekends.

VP Area

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department

Department 00295 - Office of Admissions

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $68,000 - $70,000

Close Date

Close Date 01/15/2027

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Office of Admissions is seeking a personable, energetic, and poised Assistant Director of International Recruitment. Under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Admissions, this person will play a vital role within the team, focusing on critical aspects of the recruiting of international students to the Salt Lake City campus. This position will assist with the development, implementation, and assessment of an international recruitment strategic plan for the Office of Admissions. They will also coordinate recruitment efforts for the Salt Lake City campus with the recruitment teams for the Utah Asia Campus and English pathway programs. Integral to this role is ensuring superior levels of customer service, and fostering seamless interactions between prospective students, university departments, and various stakeholders. The Assistant Director oversees the supervision and guidance of the International Admission Counselors.

Responsibilities

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

• Assist in setting recruitment short and long-term goals. Establish internal objectives and implement procedures to meet goals.
• Assist with the development, implementation, reporting and assessment of a strategic international recruitment plan.
• Assess the impact and success of international recruitment strategies and tactics through collecting and analyzing various types of data to recommend and implement improvements and changes to existing efforts.
• Help with the training/development, supervision, support, evaluation, and retention of full-time, professional staff members.
• Work closely with the other recruitment managers to support an office culture of accountability, team-work, and consistency.
• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Welcome Center
• Engage with internal and external International Student focused organizations and departments that support the University’s enrollment strategy and goals
• Manage recruitment requests, event registrations, and staff coverage.
• Support the recruitment and admission of students from institutions within an assigned international territory.
• Build personalized relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, and other constituents in support of the recruitment goals for the territory.
• Read and evaluate application files in assigned territory, and oversee and manage the reading volume and deadlines for any direct reports.
• Oversee the travel planning and approval process for direct reports, and develop an in- depth knowledge of the university’s travel policies, procedures and Concur travel system.
• Coordinate travel planning for significant international travel in target and emerging international markets.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.

Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Four or more years of full-time experience in new student recruitment and/or admissions.
• Experience conducting on-the-ground new student recruitment abroad
• Demonstrated experience in developing, executing, and assessing recruitment strategies and tactics, as well as meeting enrollment goals.
• Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities for recruiting prospective international students
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and find solutions to possible issues.
• Ability to communicate complex information to individuals and groups from all backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience with supervising staff. Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Possess a valid driver’s license at the time of employment.
• Master’s degree, with preference given to degrees in higher education, international policy or relations, public or business administration.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .

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