Assistant Director- Admissions Recruitment
Job Description
Job Summary:
This role is critical to growing enrollment at the university and helping more students on their path to higher education. The Assistant Director will be responsible for assisting with the development and execution of a recruitment strategy for the Nebraska recruitment engagement zones and will provide regular updates to the supervisor and the admissions leadership team. This individual will provide direct leadership and supervision to a team of recruitment specialists in Nebraska, helping them to develop their talents and meet enrollment goals.
This role provides college counseling to prospective students and their families as well as is responsible for presenting the benefits of attending Nebraska in a variety of settings. This counseling will include knowledge of all aspects of the enrollment process, including but not limited to specific admission requirements, how to apply, scholarship & financial aid, and signing up for classes and orientation. This position will help to coordinate external outreach strategies and will represent UNL in the community through high school visits, college fairs, and community events as necessary to help meet recruitment goals. This position also represents Nebraska by assisting with on-campus visits and event experiences, as well as campus tours and formal presentations to prospective students. This position will also work with campus college partners and ASEM partners, under the direction of the Associate Director, to achieve enrollment goals. This position will use data and analysis to help understand student behavior in the enrollment process and will share new insights and ideas with senior leadership based upon their analysis. This individual will also share responsibility for meeting the goals associated with the Nebraska System President's high school list. This position is located on the UNL campus but moderate travel is required. This position requires many nights and weekends during peak times.
About Us:
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it's a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life
- Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
- Generous retirement plans with a university match
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 2 years in education, business, communication, or related field.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and to proactively share progress on work with direct supervisor, team members, and leadership.
- Ability to think critically and use information and data to make informed decisions.
- Experience with Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete assigned projects on time.
- Ability to learn new technologies
- Ability to relate and collaborate with people of all age groups, academic abilities, and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are preferred but not required
- Master's degree
- Knowledge of CRM systems, especially within an admissions/recruitment setting.
- Campus and/or community involvement
- Experience leading and supervising others.
Compliance Requirements:
Background Check
Driver's License
Additional Information:
To complete your application, please include the following items as attachments:
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Resumé
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Cover letter
Additionally, please provide contact information for three professional references in the “Job Specific Information” section of your application.
Information at a Glance
Req Id:
1311
Campus Name:
University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL)
Org Unit:
Admissions UNL
Job Location:
Lincoln, NE 68588
Application Review Date:
10/28/25
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Advertised Salary:
$48,000/year minimum
Job Type:
Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:
On-site
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Sandy Airan, sairan2@unl.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:
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Posting Start Date:
10/14/25