Assistant Director of Specialized Graduate Business Programs

Assistant Director of Specialized Graduate Business Programs

Regular

SA72624

full-time 40 hours weekly

Exempt

$70,304 - $75,000

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

The Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at the Argyros College of Business and Economics will be responsible for driving the recruitment, matriculation, and overall success of the Specialized Master’s of Science Programs. This includes the recruitment of domestic and international students. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in sales or recruitment, preferably within higher education or professional sectors, who excels at building relationships, working independently, and collaborating within a team.

Graduate Student Recruitment

• Meet recruitment goals for Master’s of Science Programs.
• Identify and engage prospective students for the Specialized Master’s of Science programs, reaching out to alumni, business partners, current students and other sources.
• Provide comprehensive consultative services to prospective students, guiding them through the application process, program requirements, academic policies, and procedures.
• Schedule and conduct official application interviews with candidates, making recommendations as part of the admissions selection committee.
• Represent the Argyros College at local recruitment fairs and events.
• Track and maintain detailed admission and enrollment data for Specialized Master’s of Science students.
• Support the development and effective utilization of a recruitment management system, ensuring a robust communication flow with prospective and matriculated students.
• Plan, execute, and attend information sessions and yield events to engage prospects and secure admitted applicants.
• Work collaboratively with International Student Scholar Services, Central Graduate Admissions, Veterans Resources, Registrar’s Office, and other University colleges and campus partners.
• Work collaboratively with Academic Directors and create and maintain relationships with program alumni.

• Collaborate with the Assistant Dean Business Programs Admission to develop innovative marketing strategies and initiatives that enhance recruitment efforts.
• Manage the creation and coordination of print and digital marketing materials, ensuring all content is current and impactful on the Argyros College Graduate Programs webpage.
• Stay informed of industry best practices and emerging trends in marketing, recruitment, and competitor activities to keep recruitment strategies competitive and effective.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with alumni, industry partners, other business schools, corporations, and universities to enhance program visibility and opportunities for collaboration.

• Work closely with the Assistant Dean on academic planning activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Graduate Business Programs

• A degree in business or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Desire to engage prospective students face-to-face.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Technical ability to learn and use job–related enterprise software.
• Microsoft Office Suite applications knowledge, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative without constant supervision.
• Strong commitment to customer service.

• Knowledge of graduate programs admission, recruitment, and enrollment management.
• Knowledge of program management at the graduate level.
• Proactive self-starter with a strong desire to take initiative and contribute.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail in planning and executing events and managing communications.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing market conditions.
• High emotional intelligence.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.