Assistant Director, Graduate Enrollment

Xavier University is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Assistant Director for Graduate Recruitment to serve as a key ambassador for its graduate programs and guide prospective students through every stage of the enrollment journey. The role recruits and enrolls prospective students across Xavier's graduate portfolio, including certificates, online programs, professional programs, and doctoral degrees. Reporting to the Executive Director for Graduate Enrollment, this individual serves as a front-line recruitment and business development professional. This is a primary sales position.

Responsibilities

Manage the recruitment and enrollment funnel for an assigned portfolio of graduate programs, from initial inquiry through application, admission, and confirmation of enrollment; Proactively engage prospects through email, phone, text messaging, virtual meetings, recruitment events, and other outreach; Maintain timely follow-up, identify barriers to enrollment, and improve application completion and conversion; Meet recruitment activity, pipeline, and enrollment goals using CRM systems and performance metrics; Develop understanding of assigned graduate programs and articulate program-specific value propositions; Communicate the benefits of Xavier's graduate education, including its Jesuit mission; Collaborate with academic program directors, Deans, and faculty to translate program strengths into recruitment conversations; Provide backup recruitment coverage and support team-wide initiatives; Identify and cultivate relationships with regional employers, corporations, nonprofits, and community partners; Collaborate with Marketing & Communications and academic partners on program websites, recruitment materials, and email communications; Coordinate with third-party marketing and recruitment vendors and evaluate effectiveness; Represent Xavier at recruitment events, employer meetings, and information sessions, including occasional evening and weekend commitments; Ensure accurate CRM documentation, prospect tracking, and smooth handoff to the Student Success team after enrollment confirmation

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Experience in sales, recruitment, business development, admissions, or relationship management; Demonstrated ability to build relationships, communicate value propositions, influence decisions, and achieve measurable results; Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, negotiation, and follow-up skills; Proficiency with CRM systems, digital communication tools, and data-informed recruitment practices; Ability to manage a broad portfolio of programs, collaborate across departments, and adapt to changing priorities in a team-oriented environment; Willingness to travel locally or regionally as needed and work occasional evenings and weekends

Nice to have

Higher education experience preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage; Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account; Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans; Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave and holidays; Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents