Associate Director Student Recruitment, College of Engineering & Applied Science

United States — International Student Market 1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K
2. China 266K
3. South Korea 42K
4. Canada 30K
5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University ofCincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting. The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co‑op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu . UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. About the College of Engineering and Applied Science Housing the most extensive mandatory cooperative education program and one of the best in the country (US News and World Report), CEAS has established strategic industry partnerships. One of the 14 colleges at UC, CEAS has 8 departments offering 16 ABET-accredited degree programs. The College offers doctoral degrees in 11 programs, research-focused Master of Science degrees in 12 programs, and workforce-focused Master of Engineering degrees in 17 programs. Details about the College and the history of its co‑op program appear at: About the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Today, the University of Cincinnati is classified as an R1 Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission. The National Science Foundation places UC 31st among America’s public research universities and 49th among all institutions in the nation in research spending. It is ranked among America’s top 30 urban, public universities by the US News & World Report. In addition to being named a “green university” by Princeton Review, UC has been named one of the world’s most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines. Learn more at The City of Cincinnati has been rated a “Best Place to Live” by US News & World Report and provides both urban and suburban life along with river views and rolling hills. The city offers a wealth of amenities that include professional sports, world-class entertainment, a vibrant arts scene, gorgeous parks and nature trails, acclaimed museums, a famous zoo, a variety of restaurants, and a flourishing riverfront scene. In addition, it offers the features of two cities as the thriving area of northern Kentucky is just across the river. Affordable and family-friendly with excellent public and private schools, it is no wonder multiple Fortune 500 companies call Cincinnati home. Visit to learn more Job Overview Provide leadership for the administrative and operational activities related to graduate student recruitment and admissions in the Graduate Studies Office (GSO) of the UC College of Engineering and Applied Science. Assist in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, programs and events targeting prospective graduate students as well as current and potential Industry partners. Essential Functions Assist in the direction of a student recruitment office or center with primary responsibilities for day to day operations and administrative management; implement program initiatives, answer questions and resolve complex issues; recommend alternative guidelines when applicable. Maintain and stay abreast of trends in recruiting and changes in academic programs. Assist with development of long-range plans and strategies to achieve unit, department and university goals for areas of responsibility, monitor and achieve established goals. Recommend, implement, and interpret internal rules, policies, procedures, controls, and manage processes to advance service levels; develop and implement responsive service programs. Attend meetings on behalf of the Associate Dean; consult with Associate Dean and GSO staff on major policy changes affecting other departments; authority to grant exceptions; serve on various university, division and departmental committees, represent the department at various state and national associations; represent the college and university to various internal and external constituents. Serve as the college resource to students on university services and programs; explain and interpret college/program policies, procedures and academic requirements. Compile data required for internal and external reports and assessments; interpret and disseminate information, provide advice, assist in development of recruitment and promotional materials, deliver presentations, conduct workshops, ensure that all programs and services comply with university, state and federal regulations. Maintain collaborative relationships with departments/units regarding recruitment efforts that enrich the student experience. Maintain working relationships with Dept Heads, Departmental Graduate Program Directors, and regional industrial partners. Familiarity with marketing and outreach strategies, including digital, web, and social media channels, that support student recruitment and engagement. Travel during key recruitment periods and work evenings, weekends, and beyond a traditional work week as needed to effectively perform responsibilities. May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.). Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education Bachelor’s Degree Required Trainings/Certifications Valid Driver's License Required Experience Five (5) years of relevant experience. Supervision experience. Additional Qualifications Considered Master’s Degree Physical Requirements/Work Environment Sitting - Continuously Hearing, listening - Often Talking - Often Standing - Often Bending - Often Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Not Required Walking -Not Required Stooping - Not Required Climbing stairs/ladders - Not Required Kneeling, squatting - Not Required Crouching - Not Required Crawling - Not Required Reaching overhead - Not Required Pulling, pushing - Not Required Shoveling - Not Required Lifting - over 50 pounds - Not Required Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UCBenefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page . UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents. Equal Opportunity Employer. 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