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Seton Hall University is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment. Reporting to the Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment, the Assistant Director will play a critical role in facilitating the day-to-day aspects of the graduate admissions process for the University. The Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment will be expected to maintain collaborative relationships with all partners and support the overall strategic enrollment efforts of the University.
The individual hired for this role will be responsible for designing and implementing graduate admission strategies that are data-informed and results-oriented. The incumbent will support recruitment strategies and initiatives across the University’s portfolio of graduate programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare and related disciplines. The incumbent may be expected to work some evenings and/or weekends periodically, and the position will require travel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maximize recruitment strategy and campaigns through the use of Technolutions Slate CRM, while leveraging technology to yield graduate students.
- Conduct aggressive, highly-personalized outreach to prospective graduate students using a variety of different platforms with the goal of meeting strategic enrollment goals.
- Execute and assess student recruiting events, including information sessions both on and off campus, as well as the Graduate Open House. Recruitment events will be both in-person and virtual.
- Participate in virtual and in-person local, regional, national graduate, and international recruitment conferences and fairs with the purpose of building relationships with prospective candidates.
- Assist faculty program directors to most effectively engage with prospective students.
- Execute a comprehensive and data-driven recruitment strategy in domestic and international markets.
- Work in collaboration with the Office of International Programs on international student engagement, recruitment, and enrollment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Maximize recruitment strategy and campaigns with Technolutions Slate CRM, while leveraging technology to yield graduate students.
- Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM very strongly preferred. Must have prior experience working with CRM tools and Student Information Systems.
- Analyze data to track students through the application and enrollment process to gauge success of recruiting efforts and strategies.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, with competing priorities and deadlines, is critical. Must be able to multi-task.
- Facility with all Microsoft Office Suite applications; in particular, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across a diverse population.
- Proven ability to conceive and execute a robust communications campaign to prospective students.
- Excellent public speaking skills and ability to present the University to individual prospective students and other constituencies.
- Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
- Other related duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in graduate recruitment and enrollment management strongly desired.
- Proficiency with Ellucian Banner preferred.
- Desired personal characteristics include detail oriented; problem solving skills; analytical; innovative; ability to work independently and in a collaborative manner as a member of a team; ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in recruiting non-traditional, adult, graduate, international, and/or online students strongly preferred.
- Earned master's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Valid Driver’s License
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $56,000 - $82,500
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- Reference list
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
INTRODUCTION
Seton Hall University is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment. Reporting to the Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment, the Assistant Director will play a critical role in facilitating the day-to-day aspects of the graduate admissions process for the University. The Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment will be expected to maintain collaborative relationships with all partners and support the overall strategic enrollment efforts of the University.
The individual hired for this role will be responsible for designing and implementing graduate admission strategies that are data-informed and results-oriented. The incumbent will support recruitment strategies and initiatives across the University’s portfolio of graduate programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare and related disciplines. The incumbent may be expected to work some evenings and/or weekends periodically, and the position will require travel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maximize recruitment strategy and campaigns through the use of Technolutions Slate CRM, while leveraging technology to yield graduate students.
- Conduct aggressive, highly-personalized outreach to prospective graduate students using a variety of different platforms with the goal of meeting strategic enrollment goals.
- Execute and assess student recruiting events, including information sessions both on and off campus, as well as the Graduate Open House. Recruitment events will be both in-person and virtual.
- Participate in virtual and in-person local, regional, national graduate, and international recruitment conferences and fairs with the purpose of building relationships with prospective candidates.
- Assist faculty program directors to most effectively engage with prospective students.
- Execute a comprehensive and data-driven recruitment strategy in domestic and international markets.
- Work in collaboration with the Office of International Programs on international student engagement, recruitment, and enrollment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Maximize recruitment strategy and campaigns with Technolutions Slate CRM, while leveraging technology to yield graduate students.
- Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM very strongly preferred. Must have prior experience working with CRM tools and Student Information Systems.
- Analyze data to track students through the application and enrollment process to gauge success of recruiting efforts and strategies.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, with competing priorities and deadlines, is critical. Must be able to multi-task.
- Facility with all Microsoft Office Suite applications; in particular, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across a diverse population.
- Proven ability to conceive and execute a robust communications campaign to prospective students.
- Excellent public speaking skills and ability to present the University to individual prospective students and other constituencies.
- Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
- Other related duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in graduate recruitment and enrollment management strongly desired.
- Proficiency with Ellucian Banner preferred.
- Desired personal characteristics include detail oriented; problem solving skills; analytical; innovative; ability to work independently and in a collaborative manner as a member of a team; ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in recruiting non-traditional, adult, graduate, international, and/or online students strongly preferred.
- Earned master's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Valid Driver’s License
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $56,000 - $82,500
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- Reference list
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Graduate
Map your degree to SOC codes
Your graduate degree must align with the specific Standard Occupational Classification code the employer lists on the LCA. Check O*NET to confirm your field maps cleanly to the posted role before applying.
Target employers with cap-exempt affiliations
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-related entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Graduate roles at these organizations give you a path that doesn't depend on April registration.
Search H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate
Filter by job title and industry on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed H-1B LCAs for graduate-level roles. This shows real filing patterns, not just stated policies.
Clarify your OPT end date early
If you're on OPT, give employers your exact authorization end date upfront. An H-1B petition filed under cap-gap rules must be submitted before your OPT expires to maintain continuous work authorization through October 1.
Ask about premium processing before signing
Some employers offer premium processing, which cuts USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. Confirm whether the company covers this cost during offer negotiation, not after you've accepted.
Verify the employer's E-Verify enrollment
USCIS requires H-1B employers to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this before your start date, unenrolled employers cannot legally onboard H-1B workers, and discovering it late can delay your start.
H-1B Visa Graduate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do graduate roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Most graduate-level positions qualify if the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Engineering, data science, finance, and research roles typically meet this standard. Generalist titles like 'graduate analyst' can face scrutiny if the job description doesn't specify a required field, so ask the employer how they document the specialty occupation requirement in the LCA before you accept an offer.
How do I find employers who consistently sponsor H-1B visas for graduate positions?
Migrate Mate aggregates DOL Labor Condition Application filing data so you can filter by job title and see which employers have an active H-1B sponsorship history for graduate-level roles. Consistent LCA filings across multiple years indicate an established sponsorship process, which reduces the risk of delays caused by an employer navigating the paperwork for the first time.
Can I start a graduate job on OPT and later convert to H-1B?
Yes. This is one of the most common pathways. You begin work on OPT, and your employer files an H-1B registration during the April cap season. If selected, USCIS processes the petition with an October 1 start date. Cap-gap rules extend your work authorization automatically between OPT expiry and October 1, provided the petition is filed before your OPT ends.
What prevailing wage level applies to a graduate role?
Prevailing wage levels for H-1B positions are set by DOL and tied to the SOC code and geographic location. Graduate roles typically fall at Level I or Level II, which correspond to entry-level and qualified worker wage thresholds. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer, so you know whether the salary your employer proposes meets the legal minimum.
Does it matter which employer files my H-1B if I'm a recent graduate?
Employer size and structure directly affect cost obligations and processing options. Large employers subject to the H-1B dependent rules face additional attestation requirements. Cap-exempt organizations like universities can file year-round. Employers enrolled in E-Verify can legally sponsor H-1B workers. Confirming these details before accepting an offer protects you from starting a role only to discover the employer isn't structured to complete the filing.