Assistant Director - Recruitment

About the Institution

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a broad-based public college that serves a diverse community and welcomes open access. It operates across four campuses/centers and offers more than 100 academic programs, along with over 20 technical certificate options. The college’s mission is centered on helping students succeed, changing lives, and raising educational attainment throughout Shelby County. Southwest is part of the Tennessee Board of Regents system and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

We invite you to join the Southwest team.

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Recruitment helps drive the college’s enrollment objectives by organizing, supporting, and carrying out student recruitment efforts. The role is centered on outreach, relationship development, and using data to shape recruitment activity. It serves prospective students, including high school students, adult learners, and their families, while working with the Director of Recruitment and Admissions and other staff to strengthen new student enrollment, access, and retention.

Role Details

Title: Assistant Director - Recruitment
Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial
Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College
Department: Recruitment & K-12 Partnerships
Campus Location: SWTCC - Multiple Campus Locations

Key Responsibilities

• Help plan, carry out, and assess recruitment strategies aimed at reaching enrollment goals.
• Represent the college at high schools, college fairs, community gatherings, and similar outreach events.
• Provide daily oversight and operational support to recruitment team members assigned to the role.
• Organize recruitment efforts for high school students, adult learners, and other targeted groups.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with high school counselors and community-based partners.
• Assist with recruitment messaging, presentations, event planning, and outreach campaigns.
• Review recruitment data and reports to measure results and suggest improvements.
• Work with internal teams to support a smooth path from recruitment through application, admission, and enrollment.
• Support onboarding and training for recruitment systems and workflows.
• Take part in evening and weekend recruitment activities when required.
• Carry out additional job-related duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Two to four years of experience in recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or a closely related area is required.
• Working knowledge of CRM platforms, student information systems, and common office applications is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory or lead-level experience is an advantage.
• Experience with Slate or a comparable admissions CRM platform is preferred.
• Background in using data to guide recruitment planning is preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a busy environment
• Understanding of recruitment and enrollment best practices
• Commitment to student access and student success
• Solid organizational and presentation skills
• Ability to connect with a growing and diverse college population
• Familiarity with FERPA and student data privacy expectations

Working Conditions

This role may require evening and weekend availability. Travel to nearby high schools and community events is also expected.

Application Notes

Applicants must upload a resume, a cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. If selected for interview and a reasonable accommodation is needed, Human Resources must be notified in writing at least five days before the interview date.

Priority consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Notice

The Tennessee Board of Regents does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by federal or state law or Tennessee Board of Regents policy in employment, programs, or activities. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies may be directed to LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, at myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000.

Benefits

A benefits overview is available through the college’s HR benefits information page.