Director Graduate Business Recruitment

Loyola University

7d•$59,440 - $74,300

About The Position

The Director, Graduate Business Recruiting develops, enhances, and leads strategies to build a pipeline of applicants for Sellinger Graduate Programs, including the PMBA, ELMBA, MAcc, certificate programs, and accelerated pathway programs such as the 3+1 and 4+1 ELMBA and MAcc programs. The role builds relationships with deans and faculty across Loyola University Maryland, corporate partners, educational institutions, associations, and networks to expand the reach of Sellinger. It is also responsible for top-of-funnel marketing efforts for all graduate programs. The Director collaborates with the Assistant Dean of Sellinger Graduate Programs to set annual enrollment targets and develop strategies to meet them, analyzing recruiting data and monitoring the competitive landscape to adjust outreach as needed. The role develops internal and external partnerships, including with international recruiters, and leads strategic projects involving applicant communications, program development, marketing materials, and Slate communications. It also develops diversity-focused recruiting efforts and initiatives to improve admissions and learner engagement for underserved populations. This is a regular, full-time position in the Graduate Business Programs office at Loyola University Maryland's main campus. Remote and hybrid positions are open to applicants based in specified states. The anticipated start date is November 16, 2026. Compensation is $59,440 to $74,300. The work takes place in an office environment with no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
At least 8 years of relevant experience, including 3 years of supervisory responsibilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of the higher education landscape.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
Demonstrated success in leading a team.
Experience with technology, particularly CRM systems such as Slate.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate.
Ability to support the mission and values of a Catholic Jesuit education and the University's institutional diversity goals.
Must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment.
Successful candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Lead top-of-funnel marketing efforts for all Sellinger graduate programs.
Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Sellinger Graduate Programs to set annual enrollment targets and develop, enhance, and implement strategies to meet them.
Monitor and adjust outreach strategies, analyze recruiting data for trends and opportunities, and monitor the competitive landscape.
Build awareness and expand applicant pipelines by collaborating with internal deans, faculty, and advisors; external undergraduate programs; and corporate and association partners.
Manage partnerships with international recruiters to grow the international student population.
Lead or participate in strategic projects, including applicant communication flows in Slate, development of new graduate business programs, and marketing efforts for graduate business programs and events.
Serve as the primary contact with the Sellinger marketing and communications individual; assist with developing and maintaining marketing materials and ensure materials remain up to date.
Develop diversity-focused recruiting efforts and partnerships to improve admissions and learner engagement for underserved populations.
Create new recruiting initiatives to drive enrollment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including required role-related training.