Director of Recruitment & Outreach

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title:

Director of Recruitment & Outreach

Requisition Number: S02290P
Position Category:
Staff
Campus

Location:

Weber State University – Ogden, UT
Hours per week: 40
Months per year: 12
Evenings, weekends, and travel will be required
Pay Grade: E33
FLSA:
Exempt

The Director of Recruitment provides strategic leadership for Weber State University’s recruitment efforts, aligning with the institution’s mission of access, opportunity, and student success. This position leads the development and execution of data‑informed recruitment strategies, supervises recruitment staff, and oversees the prospective student funnel from inquiry through application and admission.

In close partnership with the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Director translates institutional enrollment goals into targeted market strategies and measurable outcomes. The role drives decisions regarding recruitment territories, travel, events, and vendor partnerships based on return on investment, enrollment performance, and capacity, leveraging CRM and enrollment data to guide strategy and hold the team accountable to clear performance metrics.

The Director ensures responsible stewardship of institutional resources while cultivating a collaborative, student‑centered culture committed to expanding access and strengthening enrollment outcomes.

This position requires travel and work during evenings and weekends as needed.

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• Five years full‑time college employment experience in academic advisement, registration, admissions, financial aid, student services, or enrollment services, or equivalent experience
• At least one year of related supervisory experience

• Dynamic presentation skills
• Knowledge of higher education recruitment best practices and enrollment management principles
• Experience with implementing and utilizing CRM in conjunction with SIS systems to make data‑informed decisions on the enrollment pipeline
• Self‑motivated with ability to manage and motivate students and professional staff
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Background Check? Yes

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package
.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain the average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.

Screening of applications will begin March 17, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Standing for sustained periods of time, moving about to accomplish…