Associate Director Student Recruitment, College of Engineering & Applied Science

Posting Start Date: 8/12/26

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Job Overview

Provide leadership for the administrative and operational activities related to graduate student recruitment and admissions in the Graduate Studies Office (GSO) of the UC College of Engineering and Applied Science. Assist in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, programs and events targeting prospective graduate students as well as current and potential Industry partners.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the direction of a student recruitment office or center with primary responsibilities for day to day operations and administrative management; implement program initiatives, answer questions and resolve complex issues; recommend alternative guidelines when applicable.
• Maintain and stay abreast of trends in recruiting and changes in academic programs.
• Assist with develop of long-range plans and strategies to achieve unit, department and university goals for areas of responsibility, monitors and achieves established goals.
• Recommend, implement, and interpret internal rules, policies, procedures, controls, and manage processes to advance service levels; develop and implement responsive service programs.
• Attend meetings on behalf of the Associate Dean; consults with Associate Dean and GSO staff on major policy changes affecting other departments; authority to grant exceptions; serve on various university, division and departmental committees, represent the department at various state and national associations; represent the college and university to various internal and external constituents.
• Serve as the college resource to students on university services and programs; explain and interpret college/program policies, procedures, and academic requirements.
• Compile data required for internal and external reports and assessments; interpret and disseminate information, provide advice, assist in development of recruitment and promotional materials, deliver presentations, conduct workshops, ensure that all programs and services comply with university, state and federal regulations.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with departments/units regarding recruitment efforts that enrich the student experience.
• Maintain working relationships with Dept Heads, Departmental Graduate Program Directors, and regional industrial partners.
• Familiarity with marketing and outreach strategies, including digital, web, and social media channels, that support student recruitment and engagement.
• Travel during key recruitment periods and work evenings, weekends, and beyond a traditional work week as needed to effectively perform responsibilities.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Trainings/Certifications

Valid Driver's License

Required Experience

• Five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Supervision experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

Master's Degree

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Continuously
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Bending - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Not Required
• Walking -Not Required
• Stooping - Not Required
• Climbing stairs/ladders - Not Required
• Kneeling, squatting - Not Required
• Crouching - Not Required
• Crawling - Not Required
• Reaching overhead - Not Required
• Pulling, pushing - Not Required
• Shoveling - Not Required
• Lifting - over 50 pounds - Not Required

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at [email protected].

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