Associate/Director of Recruitment for In-Person Education

Unity College•New Gloucester, ME

60d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: The Associate Director/Director of Recruitment for In-Person Education at Unity Environmental University is a student-centered, mission-driven position responsible for generating enrollment into the Unity at Pineland program, a bold alternative to traditional residential education, built around immersive 5-week terms, hands-on field learning, and a radically flexible structure. Unity's in-person model redefines what's possible for modern learners, including those who have stopped out, are navigating life transitions, or are looking to reskill into green careers without the baggage of outdated systems. As the most affordable private institution in Maine, we believe that education should meet people where they are, and this role ensures it does. This role requires a strategic leader who understands hands-on, term-based programming and is eager to connect with students seeking alternatives to traditional campus life. Salary $80,000 - $100,000

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
Associate Director: 1-3 years in admissions, recruitment, or enrollment management.
Director: 3+ years in admissions, with proven experience in recruitment budget oversight, and direct responsibility for developing recruitment plans and leading recruitment events
Experience recruiting in modular, accelerated, or alternative education models.
CRM proficiency required, with Salesforce experience strongly preferred.
Territory management experience is strongly preferred.
Preference for candidates from tuition-driven institutions.
Proven record of meeting or exceeding recruitment goals.
Knowledge of the regional educational and workforce landscape.
Proven supervisory experience, including oversight of staff, scheduling, and performance management.
Passion for environmental education and Unity's mission.
Deep understanding of contemporary student populations-especially first-gen, adult, transfer, and environmentally conscious learners.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
Flexibility to travel, including evenings/weekends as needed.
Ability to obtain a valid ME driver's license, and to maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and supervise the in-person recruitment team.
Establish performance metrics, accountability structures, and staff development plans.
Manage recruitment budgets and ensure responsible allocation of resources.
Design and execute inclusive recruitment strategies that increase enrollment and challenge conventional definitions of higher education.
Create recruitment plans informed by funnel data, market research, and trend analysis.
Identify and target new student populations aligned with Unity's hands-on, flexible model.
Develop innovative outreach models (e.g., mobile recruitment, pop-up advising, workplace partnerships).
Plan and oversee impactful recruitment events that showcase Unity at Pineland.
Lead Discovery Days and on-campus experiences designed to convert prospective students into enrolled learners.
Represent Unity at Pineland at high schools, transfer fairs, community events, and workforce development programs.
Partner with Marketing to ensure messaging resonates with nontraditional and environmentally focused learners.
Build relationships with high schools, transfer pipelines, environmental organizations, and aligned community partners.
Collaborate with Student Success to ensure seamless handoffs for admitted students.
Coordinate with Advancement and Career Services to integrate recruitment and outcomes messaging.
Use enrollment funnel analytics and Salesforce data to drive recruitment decisions.
Monitor student behavior trends and adapt strategies accordingly.