Director of Recruitment & Outreach
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Ogden, UT, United States
Job Competency
Leadership & Management
Director of Recruitment & Outreach Requisition Number: S02290P
Position Category: Staff
Hours Per Week: 40
Months Per Year: 12
Alternate Work Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and travel will be required
Pay Grade: E33
Salary:
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary The Director of Recruitment provides strategic leadership for Weber State University’s recruitment efforts in alignment with the institution’s mission of access, opportunity, and student success. This position leads the development and execution of data-informed recruitment strategies, supervises recruitment staff, and oversees management of the prospective student funnel from inquiry through application and admission.
In close partnership with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Director translates institutional enrollment goals into targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes. The role drives decisions regarding recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on return on investment, enrollment performance, and capacity. The Director leverages CRM and enrollment data to guide strategy, holds the team accountable to clear performance metrics, and ensures responsible stewardship of institutional resources while cultivating a collaborative, student-centered culture committed to expanding access and strengthening enrollment outcomes.
This position is required to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent experience
Five years full-time college employment experience in academic advisement, registration, admissions, financial aid, student services, or enrollment services, or equivalent experience
At least one year of related supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic presentation skills
Knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices and enrollment management principles
Experience with implementing and utilizing CRM in conjunction with SIS systems to make data-informed decisions on the enrollment pipeline
Self-motivated and ability to manage and motivate students and professional staff
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Background Check: Yes
Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Open Date: 03/03/2026
Review Date: 03/17/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous https://www.weber.edu/benefits/exempt-benefits-summary.html.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 17, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity of This Position Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of This Position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements Including Color, Depth Perception and Field of Vision Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6978323
Equal Opportunity Employer Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
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Director of Recruitment & Outreach Requisition Number: S02290P
Position Category: Staff
Hours Per Week: 40
Months Per Year: 12
Alternate Work Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and travel will be required
Pay Grade: E33
Salary:
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary The Director of Recruitment provides strategic leadership for Weber State University’s recruitment efforts in alignment with the institution’s mission of access, opportunity, and student success. This position leads the development and execution of data-informed recruitment strategies, supervises recruitment staff, and oversees management of the prospective student funnel from inquiry through application and admission.
In close partnership with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Director translates institutional enrollment goals into targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes. The role drives decisions regarding recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on return on investment, enrollment performance, and capacity. The Director leverages CRM and enrollment data to guide strategy, holds the team accountable to clear performance metrics, and ensures responsible stewardship of institutional resources while cultivating a collaborative, student-centered culture committed to expanding access and strengthening enrollment outcomes.
This position is required to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent experience
Five years full-time college employment experience in academic advisement, registration, admissions, financial aid, student services, or enrollment services, or equivalent experience
At least one year of related supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic presentation skills
Knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices and enrollment management principles
Experience with implementing and utilizing CRM in conjunction with SIS systems to make data-informed decisions on the enrollment pipeline
Self-motivated and ability to manage and motivate students and professional staff
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Background Check: Yes
Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Open Date: 03/03/2026
Review Date: 03/17/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous https://www.weber.edu/benefits/exempt-benefits-summary.html.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 17, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity of This Position Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of This Position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements Including Color, Depth Perception and Field of Vision Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6978323
Equal Opportunity Employer Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
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