Assistant Director, Graduate Recruiting & Events

Assistant Director, Graduate Recruiting & Events JOB NO:

510434

POSITION TYPE:

Full-Time 12-Month

DEPARTMENT

041000 - Graduate Studies in Business

LOCATION

Main Campus - Starkville, MS

CATEGORIES

Professional

POSITION OPEN DATE

Apr 9 2026

Position Function:

The Assistant Director for Graduate Recruiting and Events serves under the administrative supervision of the Associate Dean for Research and Executive Programs for the College of Business. Primary roles of the position are to (1) Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies aimed at attracting prospective graduate students to the College of Business, (2) Plan and execute Graduate Programs events, and (3) Support executive education programming and events, as needed.

Salary Grade:

15 Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Set and monitor recruitment goals for graduate business programs. 2. Develop and implement recruitment strategies that align with the department's mission and growth objectives for graduate and executive programs. 3. Develop and maintain recruiting and marketing materials for the department's graduate and executive programs. 4. Collaborate with campus partners across Mississippi State University to ensure cohesive recruitment messaging, marketing, and branding. 5. Coordinate on and off campus graduate recruiting activities, including graduate fairs, information sessions, class visits, and outreach events. 6. Promote and represent the College of Business graduate programs at recruiting events, professional meetings, and outreach activities. 7. Establish and maintain relationships with corporate partners, professional organizations, universities, and other pipeline partners to promote the College of Business graduate and executive programs. 8. Manage communication with prospective students, including maintaining recruiting databases and overseeing outreach through email, digital platforms, and social media. 9. Plan and coordinate graduate program events, including recruiting events, admitted student programming, MBA orientation, alumni events, and corporate engagement activities. 10. Support executive education programming and events as needed, including coordination with faculty, corporate partners, and program participants. 11. Analyze recruitment metrics, application trends, and event outcomes to assess effectiveness, prepare reports for senior leadership, and identify opportunities for improvement; manage the annual graduate recruiting budget. 12. Develop and manage the annual graduate recruiting and events budgets. 13. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Communication, or other degrees beneficial to position. 3 years experience, demonstrated knowledge and experience in student recruiting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 2. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. 3. Ability to work autonomously and independently. 4. Exceptional work effort and highly motivated. 5. Must be detailed orientated. 6. Excellent writer. 7. Must be a logical thinker. 8. Ability to recognize patterns and predict problems. 9. Ability to identify solutions or alternative approaches. Working Conditions and Physical Effort 1. Work is normally performed in the typical interior / office work environment. 2. No. or very limited exposure to physical risk. 3. Proficiency in word processing and database management. Instructions for

Applying:

All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, current resume, or curriculum vitae, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.