Overview: The Director of Student Recruiting is responsible for developing and leading strategies to attract, recruit, and enroll top students. This role involves managing a team of recruiters, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring recruitment efforts align with the institution's goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning:
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Develop and implement a student recruitment strategy aligned with the institution’s mission and goals.
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Monitor market trends and best practices in student recruitment.
Recruitment Management:
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Oversee all aspects of the student recruitment process, including outreach, application review, and selection.
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Work with academic departments to understand their student recruitment needs.
Team Leadership:
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Lead and mentor a team of recruiters, setting goals and monitoring performance.
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Provide training and development for recruitment staff.
Outreach and Partnerships:
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Build relationships with high schools, community colleges, and other organizations to enhance student recruitment.
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Represent the institution at recruitment events, college fairs, and conferences.
Diversity and Inclusion:
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Develop strategies to recruit a diverse student body.
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Work with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to support recruitment efforts.
Technology and Innovation:
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Use recruitment software and tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
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Stay updated on new technologies and methods in student recruitment.
Compliance and Reporting:
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Ensure recruitment practices comply with relevant laws and regulations.
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Prepare regular reports on recruitment metrics and outcomes.
Budget Management:
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Manage the recruitment budget effectively.
Qualifications:
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Education, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
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At least 7 years of experience in recruitment, with 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in student recruitment.
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Proven success in developing and implementing recruitment strategies.
Skills:
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Strong leadership and team management skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
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Proficiency with recruitment software and tools.
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Strong analytical skills.
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Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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