Assistant Director, Admissions

Job no: 55000353
Position type: Classified Staff
Location: Radford
Division/Equivalent: Enrollment Mgmt & Strategic Comms
School/Unit: Enrollment Management, E&G
Department/Office: Enrollment Management, E&G
Categories: Other

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Title: Assistant Director, Admissions

Application Review Date: March 2, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for achieving assigned territory enrollment goals by identifying, attracting, and enrolling qualified students to Radford University. This role provides strategic oversight of prospect generation, recruitment travel, outreach, and yield initiatives for prospective students and their families. Through the development and implementation of territory-specific recruitment strategies, the Assistant Director plays a critical role in advancing the University’s enrollment objectives.

The Assistant Director will manage recruitment efforts for the New River Valley, building and maintaining strong relationships with area high schools, students, families, and community partners. In addition, this position serves as the primary on-campus contact for prospective student visitors and group tours, delivering a welcoming and informative admissions experience in partnership with the Campus Visit team.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, goal-oriented, and detail-focused, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities. The ideal candidate demonstrates a genuine passion for working with prospective students and families and a strong commitment to representing Radford University and its academic programs in a positive and professional manner, including at college fairs and community college visits. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and computer skills are essential. This position requires the ability to travel both in and out of state in support of recruitment initiatives and to lift or move materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Required Qualifications

•Prior work experience in the field of Admissions, Marketing, or related field.
•Must be able to conduct extensive local travel for recruitment
•Must hold a valid driver’s license and good driving record
•Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
•Ability to provide direct outreach through excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment
•Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details to oversee recruitment territory
•Have a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications:

•Demonstrated relevant experience in Admissions, Marketing, or related field
•Experience working with a Student Information System (SIS) and a Customer Relations Management (CRM) software
•Experience in developing and managing presentations through public speaking with diverse constituencies
•Prior experience in admissions, student services, or related higher education settings
•Possess a minimum of 2 years’ relevant admissions experience and a willingness to travel

Employment Conditions: Must have a valid Driver's License. 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40, Nights and weekends as required.

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, some nights and weekends

Employee Classification: Education Support Spec III

Department: Admissions

Salary: Up to $55,000 depending on experience

Department Contact Name: Gina Stike

Department Contact Phone: (540) 831-5585

Department Contact Email: gstike@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.

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