How to Apply
A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file (because of system limitations).
Anticipated Timeline: The search will include two rounds of interviews. First-round interviews are expected to take place before the December holiday break, with final-round interviews anticipated in early January following the break. The timeline is intended to allow the search to move forward while accommodating the university's holiday schedule.
Job Summary
The Associate Director of Recruitment is a hands-on recruiter for an assigned portfolio of UMCI graduate degree programs, guiding prospective students from first inquiry through application submission. Through outreach, 1:1 advising, virtual and in-person events, and personalized follow-up, you will own the conversion of inquiries into submitted applications for your programs. This includes new programs as they launch.
UMCI's degree portfolio is new and growing, so you will help design recruitment processes, advising practices, and events from the ground up while serving as one of the primary points of contact for prospective students. As part of a growing Enrollment and Global Partnerships team, you will share a commitment to every stage of the funnel and to reaching enrollment goals together. You will also partner with faculty directors and partner U-M schools and colleges. You will report to the Director of Enrollment and Global Partnerships.
This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement with the expectation that candidates reside within commuting distance of Detroit. On-site work at UMCI will be required as needed for campus visits, prospective student events, and rotating office coverage. Frequent travel for recruitment events, including out-of-state travel, is also required. For a full job description, see link here. For questions about this role, email talent.acquisition@umich.edu.
Responsibilities
- Implement recruitment strategies, identify new recruitment channels, build relationships with prospective students and external partners, and represent UMCI at domestic and international recruitment events.
- Be the primary contact for prospective students, provide individualized advising, assess program interest and fit, and guide prospects through application requirements and timelines.
- Engage and follow up with prospective students, monitor in-progress applications, and support the conversion of inquiries into completed applications.
- Develop and coordinate recruitment events, including information sessions, webinars, application workshops, open houses, and campus visits. Manage event logistics, speakers, vendors, budgets, and attendee communications.
- Partner with faculty, alumni, current students, U-M schools and colleges, and the marketing team to strengthen recruitment efforts and support enrollment goals.
- Maintain accurate prospect and applicant records, monitor recruitment pipeline activity, analyze conversion data, and identify opportunities to improve recruitment strategies and processes.
- Contribute to enrollment planning and help develop recruitment processes, systems, and strategies as UMCI launches new programs and expands its academic portfolio.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of experience in recruitment, admissions, or a related field
- Experience recruiting and advising prospective students or similar populations, including individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience managing a prospect or applicant pipeline
- Experience planning, coordinating, and facilitating events, including virtual and in-person events.
- Experience using CRM platforms or similar tools to track prospects, manage relationships, and monitor progress. (e.g., Element451, Salesforce, Slate, or similar).
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by University Staff United, AFT Local 284, AFL-CIO, which represents Employees in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285667
Working Title
Associate Director of Recruitment
Job Title
INTL ADMISSIONS/RECRUIT COORD
Work Location
Other MI Location
Detroit, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Ctr Innov Detroit
Department
UM Ctr Innovation in Detroit
Posting Begin/End Date
11/12/2026 - 12/03/2026
Salary
$79,000.00 - $85,000.00
Career Interest
University Staff United (USU)
