Assistant Director - Recruitment

Assistant Director - RecruitmentPerforms varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained.Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources includes the departments of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agricultural Education and Communications, Animal and Food Sciences, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources Management, Plant and Soil Science (PSS), and Veterinary Sciences, along with multiple research centers and institutes. The College has over 156 tenure-track faculty, 2,506 undergraduate and 506 graduate students, and numerous other staff employees. It has generated approximately $15 million in extramural research funding during FY25.Major/Essential Functions:Work with the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Programs to develop strategic plans, goals, and programs for recruitment in the Davis College.Provide leadership, direction, and vision for staff and programs related to recruitment in the Davis College.Develop and implement the student recruitment plan for the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.Supervise the other recruiter(s) by providing mentoring, leadership, and direction for recruiting, ensuring that recruitment goals and benchmarks are met.Cultivate and foster relationships with high school and community college counselors, teachers, and other partners to optimize recruitment efforts by traveling to high-schools, judging events, and other locations.Develop and carry out targeted recruitment initiatives for underutilized scholarships, focusing specifically on designated counties.Travel to various off-campus recruiting events, actively engaging with guests and providing insights at both off-campus and on-campus events.Track and analyze recruiting efforts to adjust the recruitment plan as necessary, utilizing independent judgment to enhance outcomes.Coordinate Davis College activities and participation at university-hosted recruitment events.Provide personalized tours and college information to prospective students, families, groups, and special guests, utilizing independent judgment to tailor presentations.Develop social media strategies and comprehensive plans ahead of key recruitment events in collaboration with the Davis College Communications Leadership team.Work and communicate effectively to advance recruitment at the college level.Support the accomplishment of established University recruitment, engagement, and retention goals through informed decision-making.Serve as a liaison to the Davis College Recruitment and Advising Council.Provide the information to maintain the Davis College website, ensuring alignment with recruitment objectives.Work with the Davis College Communications Leadership team to ensure adherence to Texas Tech Davis College brand guidelines throughout all recruitment efforts.Help advise the Ag Council and the Agritechsans as needed.Crosstrain on job duties of other staff members associated with the Bill Bennett Student Success Center and gain a broad knowledge of each function within the center as this position may be asked to perform some of other duties when needed.Plan and carry out Red Raider OrientationOther duties assigned.Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.Preferred Qualifications: Recruitment experience within a college/university.Safety Information: Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.