Director - Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships

Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Director - Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships (AP27-021). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities. Why SIUE? Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area. What You Will Do This leadership position directs the University's graduate recruitment, graduate enrollment strategy, graduate partnerships, and graduate marketing efforts in support of institutional enrollment and academic program goals. The position is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive recruitment plans, market development strategies, communication plans, partnership initiatives, and enrollment strategies designed to increase graduate enrollment across all colleges and academic programs. The Director serves as the primary Enrollment Management liaison to the Graduate School and works in close collaboration with the Dean of the Graduate School to develop and implement graduate enrollment strategies that support institutional priorities and academic program objectives. The position provides enrollment management expertise, market intelligence, recruitment strategy, and operational leadership while partnering with the Graduate School and academic departments to strengthen graduate enrollment. This position collaborates extensively with graduate program directors, faculty, academic leadership, the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, and the Director of International Recruitment and Partnerships to ensure a coordinated graduate recruitment, admissions, and enrollment process. The Director is accountable for developing and implementing strategies designed to meet institutional graduate enrollment goals through effective recruitment, partnerships, communications, and enrollment planning. FLSA: Exempt Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: Minimum of five years of experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, graduate education, or student services and a Bachelor's degree required. A Master's degree is preferred. Demonstrated success in graduate recruitment, enrollment management, strategic planning, partnership development, or higher education marketing is preferred. Experience with student information systems such as Banner and CRM systems such as Slate is required. Demonstrated ability to analyze enrollment data, develop strategic recruitment initiatives, build collaborative partnerships, and communicate effectively with academic leadership, faculty, and external constituents is preferred. Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities, travel as needed, and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Supplemental Information: Application Materials and Information: To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references. You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications. Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position. Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST. Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process. Additional Information: Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. E-Verify SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore, the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension, as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number, participation confirmation, or related documentation. SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements, including completion and maintenance of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu . EEO Statement Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu . Organization Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live. Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River's rich bottom land and only 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 13,000 individuals and 2,300 faculty and staff. The city of Edwardsville is consistently cited as one of the top cities in Illinois for families, based on several factors, including affordability, green spaces, excellent schools, low crime rate, financial stability and philanthropic spirit. SIUE is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as more than 30 additional accrediting agencies. In January 2019, SIUE was reclassified by The Carnegie Commission on Higher Education to the newly created doctoral/professional universities category. Fully certified at the Division I level by the NCAA, SIUE is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference (MAC) (men's soccer & wrestling). Join the adventurous minds here at SIUE that are changing the world; explore our employment opportunities today. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran's status. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at http://www.siue.edu/securityreport . The report contains campus safety and security information, crime statistics, fire safety policies, and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. This report is published in compliance with Federal law, titled the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the "Campus Fire Safety Right to Know." For those without computer access, a paper copy of the report may be obtained, with a 24-hour notice, from the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration, 1-618-650-2536.