Associate Director, Recruitment & Retention, College Of Business

Job Summary:

Assist in managing, coordinating, and planning the College of Business (CoB) undergraduate recruitment and retention effort. Lead CoB outreach initiatives to establish and support high schools and career development organizations. Recruit prospective students to the CoB undergraduate programs, expand awareness geographically, and promote specific programs as identified by the Dean's Office. This includes conducting recruiting activities at on- and off-campus locations, as well as at recruitment events within the region and beyond.

Essential Functions:70% Primary responsibilities in undergraduate student recruitment and pipeline development

• Oversee and provide leadership for the CoB recruiting functions for undergraduate students.
• Lead the college's outreach initiatives to establish and support high schools and career development organizations.
• Develop conversion strategies to support enrollment from applicants to enrolled undergraduate students while acting as a liaison to student groups, advisory boards, alumni groups, etc.
• Supervise the Dean's Team to recruit prospective undergraduate students to the College
• Work closely with the central admissions team, CoB Dean's office, and department Chairs in establishing new partnerships with high schools and county career centers.
• Lead the College's effort to support UA Admissions' signature events, offer private visits, and direct college-wide recruiting events.
• Develop and manage 3-5 signature annual events at the College to enhance student pipeline development to business majors.
• Support digital marketing, implement yield campaigns, and support melt initiatives at the College.

30% Responsibilities in student retention and student success

• Lead the College's effort in 3-5 signature retention events annually.
• Support the College's leadership team in implementing innovative retention efforts
• Serve K12 and community boards for pipeline development if assigned.
• Act as a liaison with UA Admissions.
• Act as a POC with student organizations at the College.
• Support the College's strategic planning on student enrollment by maintaining and providing admissions data.

Additional Position Information:

Required Qualifications:

Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.

Requires a minimum of 4 years of working experience in student enrollment services or related areas, preferably in a higher education environment.

Excellent communication and organization skills.

Excellent teamwork skills.

Excellent presentation skills.

Proven record in customer service.

Proficient computing skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on February 11, 2026.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Cindy Harm

Email:

charm@uakron.edu

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