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Assistant Director of Recruitment - College of Education
EDUC Advising and Certification Position Description Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. Major/Essential Functions
- Leader/point of contact for all on-campus recruiting events, including but not limited to: AIS visits, student VIPs, Connect Tech, TTU Preview, Select Tech, Spring Break Visit Days, Summer Showcase, Saturday Visit Days, and Transfer Visit Days.
- Serve as liaison to University Advising for the recruitment of current undecided students. Collaborate with TTU stakeholders across campus to be a liaison for prospective students regarding all resources and opportunities for future College of Education students.
- Organize staffing for and attend face-to-face and virtual recruiting events including Raider Roadshows, community college fairs, transfer fairs, high-school visits, and all off-campus recruiting events as needed. Create email campaigns for enrollment management.
- Collaborate with the Associate Dean of Enrollment Management and Marketing Director to develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase student enrollment. Coordinate Red Raider Orientation efforts for the College of Education, including ambassador staffing, session planning, and collaboration with University Student Enrollment, Admissions, and Advising.
- Design, implement, and oversee college-wide recruitment communications, including segmented email campaigns, interest form follow-up, and yield communications for accepted students. Utilize data to develop strategic recruiting strategies.
- Lead and manage district partnership outreach across Texas to strengthen 2+2 and 2+1 pathway programs, including coordination with community colleges, site coordinators, and district leaders to identify potential expansion opportunities.
- Manage programming for Student Ambassadors, including but not limited to: conducting interviews annually, developing and updating policies, scheduling the annual program calendar, collaborating with the student engagement coordinator to schedule student engagement hours, ordering uniform attire based on the allocated budget, and planning and hosting training for all ambassadors.
- Develop and oversee the Ambassador Mentorship Program, pairing ambassadors with faculty mentors, coordinating mentorship activities, and tracking progress to support leadership and professional development.
- Train new recruiters and provide ongoing support for college and university recruitment initiatives. Oversee recruiting student assistants whose responsibility is to assist with recruiting needs. Manage the development and dissemination of recruiting materials, marketing/promotional items, presentations, and information about all undergraduate programs. Manage programming for orientation.
- Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and program directors to ensure accurate representation of degree pathways, certification requirements, and program updates in all recruitment materials. Assist the Associate Dean of Enrollment Management and Marketing and the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Affairs with other duties and tasks that benefit students as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Communication
- Organization
- Leadership
- Experience with Education
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree
- Experience in recruitment or admissions, public relations.
Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV Job Family Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family Admissions & Recruitment Annualized Pay Range $48,000 - $63,700 - $78,400 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. |
Texas Tech University
Feb 04, 2026