Assistant/Senior Assistant Director for Academic Recruitment and Outreach at Miami University in Nellie Craig Walker Hall

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Job Title Assistant/Senior Assistant Director for Academic Recruitment and Outreach Department Academic Outreach Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum Assistant Director: $50,000 Sr Assistant Director: $55,000 Position Salary Maximum Assistant Director: $60,000 Sr Assistant Director: $65,000 Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-11-09 Job Description Summary Miami University is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Assistant or Sr. Assistant Director of Academic Recruitment and Outreach to join our dynamic Admission team. Reporting to the Director or Associate Director of Academic Recruitment and Outreach, this role will be instrumental in supporting the recruitment and yield efforts for one or more specific academic colleges or programs within the University. The Assistant Director will serve as a key liaison between the Office of Admission and academic departments, helping to attract and enroll students who are a strong fit for Miami's diverse and rigorous academic offerings. This position requires a professional who is passionate about higher education and committed to upholding Miami's Code of Love and Honor through dedicated service and impactful engagement. In addition to managing a small recruitment territory, the Assistant or Sr. Assistant Director of Academic Recruitment and Outreach will be primarily responsible for supporting the recruitment and yield strategies for a designated academic college(s) or specific programs within Miami University. This individual will work closely with academic faculty and staff to articulate the unique value propositions of their programs to prospective students and families. The Assistant/Sr. Assistant Director will play a key role in developing and implementing strategic recruitment and outreach initiatives that support assigned academic divisions’ specific enrollment goals. This position, reporting to the Office of Admission and embedded in appropriate operations of the assigned academic division(s), is responsible for identifying opportunities for impactful storytelling, strategic and tailored recruitment and yield efforts that shape enrollment for the division(s), and training across teams that will elevate the division’s programs, brand, and students’ needs at each stage of the admission process. This position is approved for remote work on a hybrid basis. Remote work is not a right, but a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time, for any reason. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Collaboration & Leadership: Provide politically savvy and diplomatic partnership in efforts to improve student, family, and community stakeholder experiences with each division as a part of the admission process. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with academic departments, student services, campus partners, and external parties to ensure enrollment success for Miami’s programs and a seamless and supportive prospective student experience. Serve as the academic division liaison to the Office of Admission and other university stakeholders involved in recruitment and enrollment efforts. Liaise with the academic division faculty and staff working with prospective students. Approach interactions with a spirit of service, humility, and gratitude. Contribute to a collaborative team environment, sharing diverse perspectives, fostering deep partnerships, and supporting the development of colleagues. May assist with the training and mentorship of student workers or admission staff within the undergraduate admission team. (20%) Strategic Divisional Recruitment: Within Miami’s divisional recruitment framework, facilitate and contribute to the development of a data-driven recruitment and yield plan for your assigned academic division(s). Utilize enrollment data, university, and divisional priori