Associate Director Student Recruitment, College of Engineering & Applied Science

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 combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC is a Carnegie R1 institution and the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, home to the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country, with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences.

About The College Of Engineering And Applied Science

The College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) houses the most extensive mandatory cooperative education program and one of the best in the country (U.S. News and World Report). CEAS has 8 departments offering 16 ABET-accredited degree programs, including doctoral degrees in 11 programs, research-focused Master of Science degrees in 12 programs, and workforce-focused Master of Engineering degrees in 17 programs.

About The University Of Cincinnati And Cincinnati

The University of Cincinnati is classified as an R1 Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission, ranking 31st among America’s public research universities and 49th among all institutions in research spending. UC is ranked among America's top 30 urban, public universities and has been named one of the world's most beautiful campuses. Cincinnati offers urban and suburban living with river views, professional sports, world-class entertainment, a vibrant arts scene, and a thriving riverfront. The city is family-friendly with excellent public and private schools and is home to multiple Fortune 500 companies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the administrative and operational activities related to graduate student recruitment and admissions in the Graduate Studies Office (GSO).
• Assist in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, programs, and events targeting prospective graduate students as well as current and potential industry partners.
• Direct day-to-day operations and administrative management of a student recruitment office; implement program initiatives, answer questions, and resolve complex issues.
• Maintain and stay abreast of trends in recruiting and changes in academic programs.
• Assist with the development of long-range plans and strategies to achieve unit, department, and university goals; monitor and achieve established goals.
• Recommend, implement, and interpret internal rules, policies, procedures, and controls; 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; serve on various university, division, and departmental committees; represent the department at state and national associations.
• 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; assist in the development of recruitment and promotional materials; deliver presentations and conduct workshops.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with departments/units regarding recruitment efforts that enrich the student experience.
• Maintain working relationships with Department Heads, Departmental Graduate Program Directors, and regional industrial partners.
• Utilize marketing and outreach strategies, including digital, web, and social media channels, to support student recruitment and engagement.
• Travel during key recruitment periods and work evenings, weekends, and beyond a traditional work week as needed.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (e.g., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Supervision experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (preferred).

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Robust Retirement Plans: Choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary.
• Generous time-off policy including vacation, 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.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.