Assistant Director of International Recruitment

The University of Utah, nestled between the stunning foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and the vibrant cityscape of Salt Lake City, serves as Utah's premier public flagship institution. Recognized as a top-tier research university, it holds a distinguished classification by the Carnegie Foundation among the 131 research universities with the "highest research activity" in the United States. As a proud Big-12 institution, the University of Utah boasts a diverse and dynamic student body with over 33,000 total enrollments including 26,000 undergraduate students. Beyond excellence in academics, the university is deeply committed to enhancing student experiences by providing exceptional co-curricular activities and fostering meaningful community engagement that enriches lives locally and globally.

The Office of Admissions at the University of Utah is currently seeking a personable, energetic, and poised Assistant Director of International Recruitment to join their dedicated team. This full-time position, with a competitive salary range of $68,000 to $70,000 annually, plays a pivotal role in shaping and driving the university's international recruitment efforts. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Admissions, the Assistant Director will be entrusted with the responsibility to develop, implement, and assess a strategic international recruitment plan tailored to attract talented students from around the globe to the Salt Lake City campus. The role also involves coordinating closely with recruitment teams from the Utah Asia Campus and the English pathway programs ensuring a cohesive and effective recruitment strategy across international markets.

Integral to the success in this role is the ability to deliver outstanding customer service and to facilitate smooth interactions between prospective international students, various university departments, and external stakeholders. The Assistant Director is also tasked with overseeing the supervision and professional development of the International Admission Counselors. Duties extend to assisting in setting recruitment goals, evaluating recruitment tactics by analyzing comprehensive data, and refining strategies to meet the university’s international enrollment objectives. Additionally, this role encompasses managing day-to-day operations of the Welcome Center, fostering team collaboration, handling recruitment events, and travel planning for international recruitment trips. The position requires strong leadership skills to support and develop a professional admissions team, along with excellent communication skills to engage diverse audiences effectively.

This opportunity offers passionate professionals an exciting chance to influence the global reach and diversity of the University of Utah. The working schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional early mornings, nights, and weekends to support recruitment events and needs. Nestled in a vibrant and growing city with the backdrop of magnificent natural landscapes, the role promises an enriching environment full of cultural and professional development opportunities. The Assistant Director of International Recruitment will be a key driver in realizing the university’s mission of fostering a diverse, inclusive, and globally-connected student body, helping to build bridges between cultures through education and engagement.