Regional Assistant Director, Texas
Lehigh University, Houston, TX, United States
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Job no:
503830 Work type:
Exempt Staff Full-time Location:
Partial Remote, Texas Categories:
Student Life
Regional Assistant Director, Texas Lehigh University seeks a Regional Assistant Director for Texas to help build our next class of exceptional students. This full‑time exempt position offers the opportunity to represent one of America's premier research universities while living and working in the Houston area.
Position Number : S97500 Grade : 8 – 40 Salary Range : $47,570 – $57,090 (plus experience, skills, qualifications)
Key Responsibilities
Regionally manage the Texas recruitment market including cultivation of relationships with external constituents such as prospective high school students, guidance counselors, local alumni, independent counselors, and representatives from community-based organizations.
Execute 12–15 weeks of regional travel to conduct high school visits, CBO outreach, and occasional out-of-state recruitment to expand the university's presence.
Plan and lead in-person and virtual recruitment events, workshops, and interviews, ensuring consistent follow‑up communication to build strong connections with prospective applicants.
Evaluate admissions applications using a rubric that balances academic performance and institutional values, maintaining a high-volume review schedule for five months of the year.
Interpret diverse domestic and international grading systems to assess a student's potential for success and identify top candidates for merit and special scholarships.
Organize and lead high-impact recruitment programs, delivering professional presentations to diverse audiences both in-person and through virtual platforms.
Conduct individual student interviews and provide expert guidance to families and counselors regarding admission policies, financial aid, and university procedures.
Develop targeted communication plans for the Texas market and manage a peer network program to connect prospective students with current students to drive enrollment yield.
Represent the university at professional conferences and mobilize faculty, staff, and alumni to engage prospective students and enhance recruitment efforts.
Maintain a strong connection to the home campus by traveling for essential training, application review, and key events while remaining adaptable to evolving in‑person and virtual duties.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
At least 1–3 years of experience in Admissions or related education work (e.g., financial aid, school counseling)
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends and extensive travel
Previous experience working in Admissions in Texas
Previous experience as a regionally based Admissions representative
Reliable personal transportation and valid driving license with good driving record
Work well both on a team and independently as a self-starter
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Special Considerations
Valid Driver’s License required and good driving record.
This position has direct contact with minors, therefore a background check is required.
The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor.
Benefits Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family-friendly benefits package including, but not limited to, Health Care, Retirement, and Educational benefits.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Lehigh University provides notice of intent to hire non‑immigrant workers in the H‑1B and E‑3 visa classifications. Please note that the Notice of Intent to Hire is not a posting for an open position.
Advertised:
April 07, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled
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Job no:
503830 Work type:
Exempt Staff Full-time Location:
Partial Remote, Texas Categories:
Student Life
Regional Assistant Director, Texas Lehigh University seeks a Regional Assistant Director for Texas to help build our next class of exceptional students. This full‑time exempt position offers the opportunity to represent one of America's premier research universities while living and working in the Houston area.
Position Number : S97500 Grade : 8 – 40 Salary Range : $47,570 – $57,090 (plus experience, skills, qualifications)
Key Responsibilities
Regionally manage the Texas recruitment market including cultivation of relationships with external constituents such as prospective high school students, guidance counselors, local alumni, independent counselors, and representatives from community-based organizations.
Execute 12–15 weeks of regional travel to conduct high school visits, CBO outreach, and occasional out-of-state recruitment to expand the university's presence.
Plan and lead in-person and virtual recruitment events, workshops, and interviews, ensuring consistent follow‑up communication to build strong connections with prospective applicants.
Evaluate admissions applications using a rubric that balances academic performance and institutional values, maintaining a high-volume review schedule for five months of the year.
Interpret diverse domestic and international grading systems to assess a student's potential for success and identify top candidates for merit and special scholarships.
Organize and lead high-impact recruitment programs, delivering professional presentations to diverse audiences both in-person and through virtual platforms.
Conduct individual student interviews and provide expert guidance to families and counselors regarding admission policies, financial aid, and university procedures.
Develop targeted communication plans for the Texas market and manage a peer network program to connect prospective students with current students to drive enrollment yield.
Represent the university at professional conferences and mobilize faculty, staff, and alumni to engage prospective students and enhance recruitment efforts.
Maintain a strong connection to the home campus by traveling for essential training, application review, and key events while remaining adaptable to evolving in‑person and virtual duties.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
At least 1–3 years of experience in Admissions or related education work (e.g., financial aid, school counseling)
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends and extensive travel
Previous experience working in Admissions in Texas
Previous experience as a regionally based Admissions representative
Reliable personal transportation and valid driving license with good driving record
Work well both on a team and independently as a self-starter
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Special Considerations
Valid Driver’s License required and good driving record.
This position has direct contact with minors, therefore a background check is required.
The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor.
Benefits Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family-friendly benefits package including, but not limited to, Health Care, Retirement, and Educational benefits.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Lehigh University provides notice of intent to hire non‑immigrant workers in the H‑1B and E‑3 visa classifications. Please note that the Notice of Intent to Hire is not a posting for an open position.
Advertised:
April 07, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled
#J-18808-Ljbffr