Recruitment & Enrollment Strategy Director

Kent State; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University in Kent, OH is seeking a Director of Recruitment to lead the university's domestic recruitment operations and strategic enrollment initiatives. The role oversees traditional undergraduate, graduate, transfer, adult, and military-affiliated student recruitment and partners with admissions teams across the university.

The position requires a master's degree and at least six years in admissions or enrollment management, with strong CRM and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education or related field.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in college admissions and/or enrollment management.
• Experience using CRM software to manage student recruitment and communications.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic management of the university's domestic recruitment operations and programs.
• Participate in the development of the enrollment plan and oversee implementation of student recruitment strategies.
• Supervise staff and coordinate recruitment activities across multiple units.
• Analyze recruitment data to assess impact and inform improvements.
• Travel between campuses and offices to manage recruitment efforts.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Master's degree in higher education or related field

Tools

CRM software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Kent State University in Kent, OH is seeking a Director of Recruitment to lead the university's domestic recruitment operations and strategic enrollment initiatives. The role oversees traditional undergraduate, graduate, transfer, adult, and military-affiliated student recruitment and partners with admissions teams across the university.

The position requires a master's degree and at least six years in admissions or enrollment management, with strong CRM and MS Office skills.