Title: Assistant Director, Admissions
Application Review Date: August 3, 2026
Campus Location: Roanoke
Job Description
Radford University is seeking a dynamic and driven Assistant Director of Admissions to join our team at the Radford University Carilion campus in Roanoke, Virginia. This position plays a vital role in advancing the University's enrollment goals by managing a designated recruitment territory, cultivating meaningful relationships with prospective students and families, and serving as a key ambassador for Radford University and its academic programs.
The Assistant Director will be responsible for the full scope of territory recruitment — from prospect generation and high school outreach to college fairs, community college visits, and yield initiatives. This individual will develop and implement strategic, territory-specific recruitment plans, including leveraging social media platforms to engage prospective students throughout the recruitment and yield process. Building and nurturing partnerships with area high schools, community-based organizations, and community partners will be central to this role.
In addition to regional recruitment responsibilities, this position serves as the primary on-campus contact for daily prospective student visits and group tours at Radford University Carilion, delivering a welcoming, informative, and professional admissions experience in collaboration with the Campus Visit team.
The ideal candidate is highly motivated, goal-oriented, and detail-focused, with the ability to multitask, work independently, and thrive as part of a small, collaborative team. Comfort working autonomously is essential. Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and computer skills are required, along with a genuine passion for working with diverse student populations and families.
This position requires the ability to travel both in and out of state in support of recruitment initiatives, as well as the ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
Required Qualifications
- Prior work experience in the field of Admissions, Marketing, or related field.
- Must be able to conduct extensive local travel for recruitment
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to provide direct outreach through excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on details to oversee recruitment territory
- Have a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated relevant experience in Admissions, Marketing, or related field
- Experience working with a Student Information System (SIS) and a Customer Relations Management (CRM) software
- Experience in developing and managing presentations through public speaking with diverse constituencies
- Prior experience in admissions, student services, or related higher education settings
- Possess a minimum of 2 years’ relevant admissions experience and a willingness to travel
- Fluency in Spanish
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located at our Radford University- Carilion campus in Roanoke, Virginia.
Employment Conditions: Valid driver's license.
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Classified Staff
Normal Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, some nights and weekends
Employee Classification: Education Support Spec III
Department: Admissions
Salary: $47,000 - $55,000 (depending on experience)
Department Contact Name: Gina Stike
Department Contact Phone: 5408315585
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
