Regional Assistant Director, Texas

Lehigh University•Texas, TX

2d•$56,030 - $68,190•Remote

About The Position

Lehigh University is seeking a Regional Assistant Director for Texas, focusing on the Houston area and surrounding markets. This role, in partnership with the Office of Admissions, is responsible for executing recruitment and yield activities, conducting holistic application reviews, and collaborating with campus colleagues to support institutional enrollment and engagement goals. The position operates remotely with significant autonomy, aiming to grow Lehigh's presence and drive enrollment outcomes through sustained engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Three to five years of work related experience
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage a large geographic territory in a remote environment
Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to engage effectively with diverse student populations and educational partners
Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Texas, with periodic travel to campus and other regions as needed
Valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary admissions representative for Texas (and additional southern markets as needed), building strong relationships with high school counselors, community-based organizations, alumni, and prospective families.
Plan and execute extensive travel throughout the territory for school visits and college fairs, and represent Lehigh at in-person and virtual events, including evening and weekend sessions.
Partner with admissions leadership to implement regional enrollment initiatives, monitoring market trends and analyzing data to predict opportunities and outcomes.
Maintain consistent, proactive communication and follow-up with prospective students to support engagement and drive enrollment progression.
Evaluate first-year applications through a holistic process aligned with institutional priorities, interpreting diverse secondary school curricula, grading systems, and contexts to assess academic readiness.
Identify qualified candidates for merit-based and special scholarship consideration while strictly maintaining established reading timelines and performance benchmarks.
Actively participate in collaborative admissions committee discussions and final decision-making processes.
Advise prospective students and families on admissions requirements, financial aid processes, and enrollment steps through engaging in-person and virtual presentations and counseling sessions.
Support the development and execution of targeted communication plans and yield engagement efforts specific to the Texas territory, including programs that connect current students and alumni with prospective applicants.
Build and sustain strong relationships with schools, community-based organizations (CBOs), and professional education networks to enhance the university's presence and reputation in the region.
Actively participate in on-campus training, application reading cycles, and major university events, while mobilizing local alumni for recruitment campaigns, panel discussions, and personalized outreach.