Assistant Director for Enrollment

Description POSITION CODE: 7821 DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: Office of Enrollment POSITION : Administrative, Exempt (12 months), Full-time (40 Hours) Hybrid Schedule: Two days remote and three days onsite per week SALARY RANGE: $70,304-$70,304 HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. INTRODUCTORY PERIOD: Twelve (12) Months AVAILABLE: Immediately POSTING DATE: February 10 , 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled, Apply Immediately. Definition of Classification: Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Graduate Enrollment, assists in all phases of the recruitment and admissions process for students entering graduate, credential, and certificate programs at the University of Redlands. This position has primary responsibility for recruiting prospective students through meaningful employer partner relationships, strategic events, telephone, SSM and email outreach, personalized counseling appointments, and general outreach. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Recruits, counsels, and enrolls prospective graduate students to meet annual new student enrollment goals. Nurtures assigned employer partners and establishes new partnerships to support strategic relationships and recruit partner constituents. Positively impacts graduate enrollment goals by delivering partner events, generating leads and developing employer partner enrollment pipelines. Outreaches daily through various methods to graduate program inquiries including walk-in, telephone, internet, and website interactions with the intent of scheduling appointments and enrolling into appropriate programs. Counsels prospective students on admission requirements and procedures for graduate programs and certificates across four schools at the University. Provides financial aid overviews, and assists prospective students in aligning academic goals with career options. Assists in developing, writing and editing communications, flyers, invitations, etc. related to the recruitment of graduate students. Supports and helps to deploy a variety of Graduate Admissions events held in-person on the University’s campuses, online, and at employer partner locations. Assists admitted students with registration, orientation and various onboarding activities. Maintains applicant files, collects, and distributes applicant documents and Manages prospective students and applicant files via Slate CRM and produces and monitors enrollment reports using Excel and other tools. Utilizes relationships with current students and alumni to promote lasting connections with the University to support referral Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned or Qualifications Guidelines Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following: Experience/Training/Education : Required Bachelor’s A minimum of three (3) years of related work experience is Experience in higher education recruitment and enrollment or student services management, academic advising, counseling, professional coaching, career services, or sales training is preferred. Must be able to work directly, in-person and virtually, with prospective graduate students who range from undergraduate students to seasoned mid-career professionals; manage professional employer partner relationships, represent multiple graduate programs at education fairs, professional events, lunch and learn activities, benefits fairs, and Graduate Admissions recruiting events. Successful candidate will possess a high degree of personal initiative and ability to work independently; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; an understanding of academic culture in the context of graduate and professional education; a professional demeanor with proven recruitment ability and effective organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects; familiarity with higher education ERP and CRM systems, and quantitative skills to support enrollment projections and analysis and data-driven decision making. A valid California Class C CA drivers’ license with a good driving record is required. Note: Out-of-state licenses are valid until appointment. A valid California Class “C” driver’s license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (in accordance with CA Vehicle Code 12505c). Preferred Master’s Advanced communication Advanced customer service Knowledge and Skills: • Communicate effectively and follow instructions, both verbally and in writing. • Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational skills. • Ability to operate standard office equipment. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines. • Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives. • Ability to exercise discretion and work with confidentiality. • Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. May be required to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests and recruiting activities. Requires flexibility to work nights and weekends as required by the teams' schedules. Physical Demands: Incumbents regularly stand, walks and sits; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; walk on a regular basis and stand for prolonged periods; travel to various locations; distinguish colors and have depth perception; reach with hands and arms; pushing, pulling and lifting; stoop or kneel or crouch; climb stairs; lift, carry and/or move objects typically weighing up to 25 pounds. TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process. HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as the Hiring Range . Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications. BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position. DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK: Possession of a valid Driver's License is required for certain positions. Employees in positions that require a valid Driver’s License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record. PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS: For certain positions typically in Public Safety, Facilities, Athletics and Information Technology Services departments, employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Public Safety Officers, in addition to a pre-employment physical exam, will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT Human Resources (redlands.edu) SUBMISSION OF A RESUME OR APPLICATION INDICATES AGREEMENT THAT THE UNIVERSITY MAY VERIFY ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED THEREIN. MEMBERS OF UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER