Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Recruitment

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Recruitment Department UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS Position Number FP353A Location Norfolk, VA Job Summary

Old Dominion University's Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Recruitment will support the implementation of the undergraduate admissions strategic plan to identify, recruit, admit and enroll future students to the institution. The Assistant Director will represent the university at transfer college fairs, community colleges and other recruitment events. Additionally, they will assist the Director of Transfer Admissions in staff onboarding/training, and the planning and reporting of all recruitment and yield activities. Position will also supervise, train, and evaluate undergraduate admissions staff.

Position Type FullTime Type of Recruitment General Public Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in a related field required. A bachelor's degree in a related field with experience and training equivalent to a Master's degree in a related field of study may be substituted.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects are essential.
• Valid Driver's License and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Considerable experience with data analysis and goal setting to inform decision-making and drive measurable outcomes.
• Considerable experience in recruitment and coaching, with the ability to attract, develop, and support individuals toward achieving defined goals
• Experience in event planning and execution, with the ability to coordinate logistics, manage timelines, and deliver successful, well-organized events
• Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) systems to manage data, track interactions, and support strategic outreach and engagement efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred record of successful experience in transfer recruitment in higher education or admissions.
• Working supervisory experience with the ability to lead, develop, and evaluate staff while fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment.

Conditions of Employment

This position will require some nights and weekends.

Job Open Date 06/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Application Review Date 07/01/2026 Job Close Date 07/08/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Along with the completed application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. Department Information Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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