Assistant Director, Regional Recruitment - Auburn University

• Oversee recruitment activities in the southeast region, with a focus on increasing both applications and enrollments from in-state and regional markets while serving as the primary point of contact and lead recruiter for regional stakeholders, including high schools, community organizations, and alumni.

• Collaborate with the Director of Recruitment to design, plan, and execute student-specific programming tailored to the southeast region, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and priorities.

• Manage and supervise a team of admission advisors responsible for recruitment across multiple regional and state-wide territories by providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations to support the professional growth and development of team members.

• Travel to assigned recruitment areas to establish and maintain relationships with prospective students, families, and key stakeholders, while overseeing multiple territories to ensure comprehensive coverage, effective recruitment practices, and excellent customer service through out the admissions process.

• Develop and analyze data reports within Slate to support recruitment team in territory management and funnel analysis, while leveraging data to identify trends, optimize recruitment efforts, and track progress toward enrollment goals.

• Serve on the admissions committee by reviewing student applications, providing recommendations for admission decisions, and contributing to the evaluation process to support Auburn’s commitment to enrolling students who demonstrate high levels of academic achievement and other indicators of ability.

• Strategically enhance Auburn University’s visibility and engagement in regional markets by focusing on diversifying the applicant pool and enrolling students from the Southeast. Build and foster partnerships with schools, counselors, alumni, and other stakeholders to enhance the university’s reputation and recruitment footprint.