Associate Director Programs Jobs in Omaha, NE (NOW HIRING)

The College of Arts and Sciences seeks a dynamic, relationship-driven recruitment professional who is passionate about the transformative power of a Jesuit, liberal arts education. This individual will serve as a key advocate for the College, developing meaningful connections with prospective students, families, counselors, alumni, faculty, and community partners while promoting the value of a Creighton education grounded in the liberal arts.

Reporting in partnership with Enrollment Management and College leadership, this position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive recruitment strategy designed to achieve undergraduate enrollment and net revenue objectives. Embedded within the College of Arts and Sciences, the position serves as a critical liaison between the College and Enrollment Management, helping to shape compelling messaging, outreach initiatives, and go-to-market strategies that highlight the distinctive value of a liberal arts education and the opportunities available through the College.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic ambassador for the College of Arts and Sciences, an exceptional presenter, and a creative strategist who enjoys working directly with students and families throughout the college search process.

• Promote the value and  lifelong impact of a liberal arts education through engaging presentations, outreach efforts, and personalized recruitment experiences.
• Build strong relationships with high school counselors, community organizations, alumni, faculty, and other stakeholders to support recruitment objectives.
• Analyze historical and trend data to direct strategic recruitment initiatives.
• Develop and conduct new outreach initiatives to promote the school/college in target markets
• Work as a liaison with Enrollment Management to develop messaging and go-to-market plans that supplement the outreach and recruitment efforts
• When applicable, meet with visiting prospective students and families with an expressed interest in the school/college. 
• Manage special recruitment projects, special programs, and scholarship initiatives involving faculty, staff, and alumni.
• Represent the school/college at local, regional and national events to increase visibility, target enrollment and community partnerships. These efforts will engage the pool of potential students in a meaningful and personal way.  
• Develop, coordinate and manage all undergraduate recruitment events for the school/college. 
• Develop and execute ongoing correspondence with prospective students including, but not limited to phone contacts, email, letters, texting and social media. 
• Manage a staff of student employees and interns. 
• Identify and develop new opportunities to connect with prospective students in meaningful and authentic ways, fostering a strong sense of belonging and connection to Creighton.

Priority Application Deadline: July 24, 2026

To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials by July 24, 2026. Applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled.

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.