Job Title

Assistant Director -Undergraduate Recruitment

Department

Undergraduate Recruitment

Salary

$59,724 - $74,355; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Reporting to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Recruitment has responsibility for all duties and activities that support the recruitment and admission of students to Middle Tennessee State University, a large, complex state institution. Provide supervision to professional recruitment staff, including direct supervision to five recruiters. Oversee travel assignments, territory management, and goals for recruitment staff; report all progress to the Associate Director, Director, and VP. Serve as an 0-official representative of Middle Tennessee State University at college fairs, high school visits, two-year college visits, and other recruitment activities.

Essential duties include: Tracking application and admissions trends; providing leadership and mentorship to the recruitment team. Resolve recruiter problems (on and off the road) while providing fill-in/back-up travel duties as necessary. Provide information about the University to prospective students and their families; compile, analyze, and assess data for use in recruitment and enrollment decisions; conduct application file evaluations. Encourage, promote and maintain relationships with high school guidance counselors and community college partners; conduct information sessions for campus visitors; maintain regular correspondence with prospective students; perform other related duties and special projects as assigned. Extensive travel, evening work, and weekend events are required.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree required.

Required Related Experience

Three (3) years of full-time progressively responsible experience in admissions, student recruitment, or enrollment management is required; however, two (2) years of such experience may be considered in lieu of the third year if accompanied by a Master’s degree.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Valid drivers license required.

Desirable Related Experience

Master's degree in a field related to Educational Administration, Organizational Communication, Management, Supervision, I.O. Psychology, or similar. At least one year to include supervisory experience preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: June 10, 2026