Assistant/Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Office Of Admissions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

 

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PURPOSE 

The Assistant/Associate Director of Graduate Recruitment supports the AVP of Enrollment Management in the planning, coordination, and execution of graduate student recruitment strategies. This role manages daily recruitment operations, supervises staff, and partners with academic units to meet graduate enrollment goals, while leveraging technology platforms such as TargetX CRM to improve outreach, communication, and conversion. 

Functional Area 1: Graduate Recruitment Strategy & Implementation 

Percent Effort: 40% 

• Assist in developing and executing annual graduate recruitment plans aligned with institutional enrollment goals. 

• Coordinate graduate recruitment activities, including TACRAO Graduate & Professional School Fairs and campus preview events. 

• Leverage TargetX CRM to track engagement, manage communication flows, and ensure timely follow-up with prospects. 

• Monitor recruitment funnel metrics to identify areas for improvement and recommend strategy adjustments. 

Functional Area 2: Staff Supervision & Team Development 

Percent Effort: 25% 

• Supervise, train, and evaluate graduate recruitment staff, including graduate assistants and student workers. 

• Provide guidance on recruitment best practices, travel planning, and event execution. 

• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture focused on student-centered service. 

Functional Area 3: Stakeholder Collaboration & Partnerships 

Percent Effort: 20% 

• Serve as a primary liaison to the College of Graduate Studies and graduate program coordinators. 

• Coordinate regular meetings with graduate coordinators to share updates, recruitment data, and policy changes. 

• Partner with campus units and external stakeholders to promote graduate programs and strengthen recruitment pipelines. 

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