Associate Director, Outreach and Recruitment Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 15819)

Description

Position Summary  

The Associate Director of Outreach and Recruitment is a leadership-level, working outreach role responsible for advancing recruitment goals through direct student engagement, community outreach, and strategic partnership development. Reporting to the Director of Outreach & Recruitment, this position supervises the Recruitment Specialists and plays a key role in building, sustaining, and evaluating recruitment pipelines. The Associate Director is responsible for strategic planning while also engaging in hands-on outreach to prospective students, families, and community partners. 

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $78,777/year - $114,227/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $87,639/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule. 

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for overtime under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Positions with salaries below the WA State Salary Threshold is eligible for overtime pay. 

About The College  

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit Facts at a Glance.

About the Department  

Guided by Bellevue College's mission to remove barriers, innovate boldly, and promote lifelong transformation, the Welcome Center and Outreach and Recruitment work in close partnership to support prospective students from first engagement through registration. Together, the department provides inclusive outreach, personalized guidance, and clear pathways to enrollment that empower students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to begin and sustain their educational journey in an evolving world. 

Essential Functions  

Supervision and Operations Leadership

• Lead and coordinate the outreach team in achieving established recruitment and engagement goals, ensuring alignment with divisional and institutional priorities, under the direction of the Director of Outreach and Recruitment  
• Provide leadership and oversight for the recruitment team to be able to deliver effective, timely, culturally responsive outreach services to prospective students in-person, virtually, and over the phone  
• Provide feedback, instruction, encouragement, and resource support to recruitment staff to enable continuous improvement and to promote optimum job performance, including analysis of appropriate professional development opportunities to ensure proper training  
• Ensure that presentations and events have appropriate staffing and technology  
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine outreach models aligned with Guided Pathways and institutional priorities
• Provide leadership for the Department of Outreach & Recruitment in the absence of the Director  
• Select and hire staff, make recommendations for disciplinary action, approve/deny leave requests, evaluate employee performance yearly, resolve grievances in consultation with HR, establish office expectations, and take corrective action  
• Hire and train Work Study students in support of outreach and recruitment operations as needed  
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce duplication, increase efficiency, and improve the student experience

Outreach, Recruitment Events & Strategic Partnerships

• Represent the college at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and transfer institution visits to model best practices for the recruitment team  
• Plan, execute, and evaluate on-campus recruitment events such as open houses, campus tours, and admitted student days to support enrollment goals  
• Build and maintain direct relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, and community stakeholders to advance recruitment efforts  
• In collaboration with the Director of Outreach & Recruitment, develop and implement enrollment strategies and annual recruitment plans  
• Identify, cultivate, and steward partnerships with K-12 schools, community colleges, community-based organizations, and employers to build sustainable enrollment pipelines  
• Represent the institution in articulation agreement discussions, dual enrollment initiatives, and pipeline program development  
• Provide input on recruitment priorities, emerging markets, and underserved populations to inform the Director's strategic decisions

Recruitment Operations & Reporting

• Track and analyze recruiter activity metrics, inquiry-to-application conversion rates, and territory performance data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities  
• Prepare and present regular enrollment progress reports for the Director with recommended adjustments to strategy or staffing focus  
• Ensure team compliance with CRM data entry standards (e.g., Slate, Salesforce) to maintain data integrity across all recruitment activity  
• In collaboration with the Director of Outreach & Recruitment, manage the outreach and recruitment department budget, including event expenses, travel, and materials  
• Track team expenditures, process reimbursements, and flag variances or cost-saving opportunities in a timely manner  
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure recruitment materials, digital content, and campaigns reflect current institutional messaging priorities  
• Provide field-level feedback on the effectiveness of marketing collateral and outreach messaging to inform future communications

Collaboration and Campus Engagement

• Collaborate with Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and other campus partners to achieve established recruitment and engagement goals
• Represent Outreach & Recruitment on college committees, workgroups, and governance bodies at Bellevue College
• Participate in Student Affairs meetings and cross-functional initiatives
• Consult with faculty, staff, and external partners to address student concerns and coordinate appropriate interventions
• Facilitate referrals and coordinated support for students across campus services 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education, or a related field. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in higher education outreach, recruitment, admissions, or a closely related student services role  
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity, which may include supervision of staff, student workers, or work study employees; coordination of teams during events; or serving in a lead role on projects or initiatives  
• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing outreach or recruitment events  
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with external partners, community organizations, or K-12 institutions  ¿Demonstrated experience with Customer Relationship
• Management (CRM) systems or student information systems (e.g., Salesforce, or similar)  
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as recruitment activities require  
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to use computers for data entry, web applications, searching the internet, and resolving basic computer issues
• Valid driver's license, two (2) years of driving experience, and ability to travel for outreach activities 

 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field  
• Experience in a formal supervisory role with direct reports  
• Demonstrated experience developing or contributing to strategic enrollment or outreach plans  
• Demonstrated experience presenting and leading workshops to students, college staff, and faculty
• Familiarity with community college or transfer student recruitment pipelines  
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities preferred, reflecting the needs of the communities we serve  
• Experience with budget tracking or resource management in a higher education setting

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 08/02/2026 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires 

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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