Assistant Director of Admission and High School Relationships
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Assistant Director of Admission and High School Relationships
Wright State University is seeking an
Assistant Director of Recruitment and High School Relationships
to join the Admissions team and work closely with leadership within the office and the Division of Enrollment Management to design, implement, and manage effective undergraduate recruitment strategies and advance and expand Wright State's relationships with and support of high school counselors. Reporting to the associate director of admissions, this role is ideal for a higher education professional who is committed to advancing Wright State University's mission and vision through the creation and execution of data‑driven strategies and industry‑leading best practices and the cultivation of strong relationships with secondary school counselors and college access advisors, expanding and supporting the work of Wright State's K‑12 partners.
The Assistant Director plays a key role in shaping the university's outreach and recruitment efforts, with a particular emphasis on
first‑time student recruitment . The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity, strategic thinking, and initiative in developing innovative recruitment approaches, while collaborating across internal teams to support enrollment goals.
This position is responsible for developing, managing, and strengthening strategic relationships with
high schools, college access organizations, and other key partners
to expand Wright State's visibility and engagement regionally and throughout the state. Through intentional outreach and partnership development, the Assistant Director will promote Wright State University as a destination of choice for college‑bound students and serve as a trusted ambassador to external stakeholders.
The Assistant Director will collaborate across campus with faculty, staff, and academic leadership to strengthen partnerships, increase recruitment pipelines, and ensure a strategic approach to engagement with students and our K‑12 partners.
EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of three years of experience in admissions, student services, enrollment management, or a closely related area with demonstrated areas of increasing responsibility.
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining partnerships with high schools, community organizations, or educational partners.
Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
Proficiency with CRM systems, student information systems, and data analysis tools.
Willingness to travel and work evening and weekend hours as necessary.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of creativity, initiative, and adaptability in developing an innovative recruitment and outreach plan.
Three years of experience in admissions with demonstrated areas of increasing responsibility.
Understanding of regional and national enrollment trends and best practices in university admissions.
Experience utilizing Technolutions Slate and PowerBI.
Essential Functions And Percent Of Time Strategic Recruitment (40%)
Manage an assigned recruitment territory using data‑informed, territory management strategies to meet enrollment goals. Responsibilities include planning and conducting 6‑8 weeks of domestic recruitment travel, including some evening and weekend events, and representing the University at high schools, community colleges, career and technical centers, college fairs, and community‑based organizations.
Track, analyze, and interpret territory‑specific market data, enrollment trends, and CRM reports to assess effectiveness, adjust recruitment strategies, and inform decision‑making.
Serve as a liaison between the Office of Admissions and key academic and administrative units to share program updates, scholarship information, and admission policy changes.
Participate in the development, implementation, and assessment of the annual recruitment plan.
High School Counselor Relationships (40%)
Develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and engagement plan focused on building long‑term relationships with high school counselors, teachers, community‑based organizations, and other educational partners.
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Admissions and campus stakeholders to identify new recruitment opportunities and strengthen existing partnerships that align with university enrollment objectives.
Coordinate on‑campus and off‑campus events, including counselor breakfasts, student workshops, and community engagement programs designed to increase awareness and interest in Wright State.
In collaboration with University Communications and Marketing, develop a communication plan to actively inform and engage high school counselor and college access advisors and ensure consistent and effective messaging in outreach materials and presentations.
Reporting and Management of Initiatives (15%)
Supervise, train, and evaluate admissions staff responsible for outreach and relationship management efforts.
Utilize data and market trends to assess the effectiveness of outreach strategies and adjust plans accordingly to meet institutional enrollment goals.
Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
Represent Wright State University on committees and at external meetings as assigned.
Other duties and responsibilities within the Division of Enrollment Management, as needed, to support institutional goals and priorities.
Working Conditions The position requires frequent travel to high schools and community events, both within Ohio and in neighboring states. Evening and weekend hours are required during peak recruitment seasons. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources. Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco‑free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants First Consideration Date: 02/10/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21921
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Assistant Director of Recruitment and High School Relationships
to join the Admissions team and work closely with leadership within the office and the Division of Enrollment Management to design, implement, and manage effective undergraduate recruitment strategies and advance and expand Wright State's relationships with and support of high school counselors. Reporting to the associate director of admissions, this role is ideal for a higher education professional who is committed to advancing Wright State University's mission and vision through the creation and execution of data‑driven strategies and industry‑leading best practices and the cultivation of strong relationships with secondary school counselors and college access advisors, expanding and supporting the work of Wright State's K‑12 partners.
The Assistant Director plays a key role in shaping the university's outreach and recruitment efforts, with a particular emphasis on
first‑time student recruitment . The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity, strategic thinking, and initiative in developing innovative recruitment approaches, while collaborating across internal teams to support enrollment goals.
This position is responsible for developing, managing, and strengthening strategic relationships with
high schools, college access organizations, and other key partners
to expand Wright State's visibility and engagement regionally and throughout the state. Through intentional outreach and partnership development, the Assistant Director will promote Wright State University as a destination of choice for college‑bound students and serve as a trusted ambassador to external stakeholders.
The Assistant Director will collaborate across campus with faculty, staff, and academic leadership to strengthen partnerships, increase recruitment pipelines, and ensure a strategic approach to engagement with students and our K‑12 partners.
EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of three years of experience in admissions, student services, enrollment management, or a closely related area with demonstrated areas of increasing responsibility.
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining partnerships with high schools, community organizations, or educational partners.
Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
Proficiency with CRM systems, student information systems, and data analysis tools.
Willingness to travel and work evening and weekend hours as necessary.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of creativity, initiative, and adaptability in developing an innovative recruitment and outreach plan.
Three years of experience in admissions with demonstrated areas of increasing responsibility.
Understanding of regional and national enrollment trends and best practices in university admissions.
Experience utilizing Technolutions Slate and PowerBI.
Essential Functions And Percent Of Time Strategic Recruitment (40%)
Manage an assigned recruitment territory using data‑informed, territory management strategies to meet enrollment goals. Responsibilities include planning and conducting 6‑8 weeks of domestic recruitment travel, including some evening and weekend events, and representing the University at high schools, community colleges, career and technical centers, college fairs, and community‑based organizations.
Track, analyze, and interpret territory‑specific market data, enrollment trends, and CRM reports to assess effectiveness, adjust recruitment strategies, and inform decision‑making.
Serve as a liaison between the Office of Admissions and key academic and administrative units to share program updates, scholarship information, and admission policy changes.
Participate in the development, implementation, and assessment of the annual recruitment plan.
High School Counselor Relationships (40%)
Develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and engagement plan focused on building long‑term relationships with high school counselors, teachers, community‑based organizations, and other educational partners.
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Admissions and campus stakeholders to identify new recruitment opportunities and strengthen existing partnerships that align with university enrollment objectives.
Coordinate on‑campus and off‑campus events, including counselor breakfasts, student workshops, and community engagement programs designed to increase awareness and interest in Wright State.
In collaboration with University Communications and Marketing, develop a communication plan to actively inform and engage high school counselor and college access advisors and ensure consistent and effective messaging in outreach materials and presentations.
Reporting and Management of Initiatives (15%)
Supervise, train, and evaluate admissions staff responsible for outreach and relationship management efforts.
Utilize data and market trends to assess the effectiveness of outreach strategies and adjust plans accordingly to meet institutional enrollment goals.
Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
Represent Wright State University on committees and at external meetings as assigned.
Other duties and responsibilities within the Division of Enrollment Management, as needed, to support institutional goals and priorities.
Working Conditions The position requires frequent travel to high schools and community events, both within Ohio and in neighboring states. Evening and weekend hours are required during peak recruitment seasons. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources. Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco‑free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants First Consideration Date: 02/10/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21921
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