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Intuit

VAR Channel Partner Recruitment Manager

Richmond, VA

$150K - $151K/yr

As VAR Channel Recruitment Manager, you will own the identification, pursuit, and signing of value-added resellers onto Intuit's commercial partner program. You are a hunter: you work from a target ...

Intuit

VAR Channel Partner Recruitment Manager

Richmond, VA · On-site

$150K - $151K/yr

As VAR Channel Recruitment Manager, you will own the identification, pursuit, and signing of value-added resellers onto Intuit's commercial partner program. You are a hunter: you work from a target ...

Gartner

Manager, Recruiting

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage the full recruitment cycle for complex and senior level hires per business unit and/or channel requirements. What you'll need: * 8-10 years' experience in a recruitment vendor/agency ...

Gartner

Manager, Recruiting

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage the full recruitment cycle for complex and senior level hires per business unit and/or channel requirements. What you'll need: 8-10 years' experience in a recruitment vendor/agency responsible ...

Gartner, Inc.

Manager, Recruiting

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What you'll need: • 8-10 years' experience in a recruitment vendor/agency responsible for full life cycle recruiting including direct research • 2 years people management experience preferred ...

zTrip VA

Driver Recruiting Manager

Dulles, VA

$50K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Driver Recruiting Manager Lead Drivers. Build Relationships. Drive Success. Join Our Team in Dulles, VA We're looking for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused Driver Recruiting Manager to join our ...

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zTrip NVA

Driver Recruiting Manager

Norfolk, VA

$62K - $68K/yr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Driver Recruiting Manager Lead Drivers. Build Relationships. Drive Success. Join Our Team in Norfolk, VA We're looking for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused Driver Recruiting Manager to join our ...

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Staffworks CNY

Legal Recruiting Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

If you are a highly talented Legal Recruiting Manager, we want to hear from you! Our client is a leading law firm based in Washington, DC. This is not a remote position. * You will be responsible for ...

Gromelski & Associates

Junior Recruiter

Manassas, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Lab Management and Field Installation; Integrated Logistics Support, Training Development and Delivery, Multimedia Support, and Technical System Support. Junior Recruiter Gromelski and Associates ...

Gromelski and Associates, Inc.

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Junior Recruiter

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

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  • Retirement

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Lab Management and Field Installation; Integrated Logistics Support, Training Development and Delivery, Multimedia Support, and Technical System Support. Junior Recruiter Gromelski and Associates ...

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How much do recruitment manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for recruitment manager in Virginia is $67,922.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,600.00 and $78,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by recruitment managers when working with hiring managers and how can they be addressed?

Recruitment Managers often face challenges such as misaligned expectations with hiring managers regarding candidate qualifications, timelines, and interview processes. To address these, it's important to establish clear communication channels, set realistic timelines, and align on the required skills and experience for each role early in the process. Regular check-ins and feedback loops can help ensure both parties stay informed and collaboratively adjust strategies as needed. Building strong relationships with hiring managers also fosters trust and streamlines the recruitment process.

What is a recruitment manager?

A Recruitment Manager is a human resources professional responsible for overseeing an organization's hiring process. They develop recruitment strategies, manage recruitment teams, and ensure the company attracts and retains qualified candidates. Recruitment Managers collaborate with department heads to understand staffing needs, design job descriptions, and implement effective sourcing methods. Their work helps organizations build strong teams and maintain a competitive workforce.

What is the difference between Recruitment Manager vs Recruiter?

AspectRecruitment ManagerRecruiter
ResponsibilitiesOversees recruitment strategies, manages recruitment teams, and develops hiring policies.Executes hiring processes, screens candidates, and conducts interviews.
Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; often requires experience in HR or recruitment roles.Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience; certifications like AIRS or SHRM can be advantageous.
Work EnvironmentTypically in HR departments or recruitment agencies, managing teams and strategies.Often in office settings, working directly with candidates and hiring managers.

While both roles focus on hiring, a Recruitment Manager oversees the entire recruitment process and team, whereas a Recruiter handles the day-to-day candidate sourcing and screening. The manager sets strategies, while the recruiter executes them.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recruitment manager?

To thrive as a Recruitment Manager, you need expertise in talent acquisition, interviewing, workforce planning, and typically a background in human resources or business administration. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and recruitment analytics is highly valued, as are certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR. Outstanding interpersonal skills, leadership, and strategic thinking help set you apart in building strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders. These skills and qualities are crucial for attracting top talent, ensuring efficient hiring processes, and supporting organizational growth.
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Infographic showing various Recruitment Manager job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,922 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Recruitment Manager

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

George Mason University rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

127th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department: Schar School Policy and Government
Classification: Education Support Spec 3
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Pay Band: 04
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
The Schar School of Policy and Government provides undergraduate and graduate students the skills, knowledge, and analytic abilities to be leaders and managers in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
About the Position:
The Recruitment Manager is responsible for leading front-facing prospective student recruitment and yield activities across the Schar School's full academic portfolio, including undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and bachelor's-to-accelerated master's (BAM) programs. The position supports strategic enrollment growth through the identification, design, execution, and evaluation of initiatives that strengthen lead generation, applicant conversion, admission acceptance, and enrollment outcomes across both the top and bottom of the enrollment funnel. The role also supports broader revenue-generating initiatives that increase student credit hour enrollment and expand awareness of Schar School academic opportunities.
The Recruitment Manager serves as a visible representative of the Schar School and is responsible for planning and executing in-person and virtual recruitment events, managing external outreach and partnership development activities, and cultivating relationships with prospective students, feeder institutions, employers, government agencies, and community organizations. The position plays a key role in enhancing the School's visibility within the Washington, D.C. region and among policy- and government-focused audiences nationally.
As an integral member of the Admissions and Recruitment team, the Recruitment Manager works collaboratively with admissions staff, recruitment marketing, faculty, program leadership, alumni, and student support partners to ensure a cohesive, strategic, and student-centered approach to recruitment and engagement. The position is expected to exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and contribute to data-informed recruitment and enrollment strategies.
The position maintains both Arlington and Fairfax campus presence based on operational and recruitment needs, and includes occasional evening, weekend, and travel responsibilities in support of recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Lead Generation, Outreach & Partnership Development
  • Designs and executes top of the funnel recruitment initiatives to increase undergraduate and graduate student leads, applications, enrollments, and coursework participation in Schar School programs with direction from the Senior Director of Enrollment and Marketing;
  • Plans, coordinates, and manages Schar School participation at external recruitment activities including graduate fairs, policy conferences, networking events, employer engagement activities, and university-hosted recruitment events;
  • Creates and implements campus-based recruitment strategies that engage current undergraduate students in Schar School undergraduate coursework, learning communities, and accelerated master's programs;
  • Cultivates and manages recruitment partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, policy institutes, employers, military and veteran communities, and international organizations to generate prospective student leads and strengthen enrollment pipelines;
  • Builds and maintains relationships with feeder institutions, community colleges, high schools, honors programs, and academic departments to increase awareness of Schar School opportunities and generate prospective student interest;
  • Collaborates with the Recruitment Marketing Manager to identify, procure, and manage recruitment materials and event-related promotional resources; and
  • Supports post-lead candidate engagement strategy as directed by Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions.

Yield Initiatives
  • Designs and implements yield strategies to improve admitted student conversion and enrollment outcomes across Schar School undergraduate and graduate programs with direction from the Senior Director of Enrollment and Marketing;
  • Leads the planning, coordination, and execution of front-facing admitted student engagement events, including receptions, admitted student days, virtual events, and classroom visit opportunities;
  • Organizes and manages Schar School participation in centrally hosted admitted student events while advocating for School-specific recruitment and enrollment priorities;
  • Partners with faculty, program directors, admissions teams, alumni, and current students to strengthen recruitment and yield programming that communicates the value of Schar School academic programs and career outcomes; and
  • Ensures that the front-facing strategy has cohesion with other engagement activities being undertaken in the Schar School and across campus (i.e. emails, orientation campaigns, mailings).

Data Analysis and Operational Responsibilities
  • Evaluates recruitment spending and recruitment lead generation performance/activities to determine return on investment based on enrollment outcomes;
  • Manages recruitment budgets, including travel, conferences, events, and partnership activities;
  • Manages operational logistics for recruitment events including scheduling, vendor coordination, and attendee engagement activities, collaborating with the Recruitment Marketing Manager for advertising;
  • Monitors yield trends, enrollment performance, and conversion metrics and recommend strategic improvements to yield activities;
  • Supervises student ambassadors, hourly-wage employees or graduate assistants as assigned; and
  • Coordinates recruitment travel schedules, event logistics, and operational support activities.

Administrative Responsibilities
  • Cultivates key relationships within the Schar School and campus community including faculty and staff, alumni, current students and student support offices;
  • Supports schoolwide events that can have recruitment impact in strengthening the school's visibility in the Washington, D.C. regional market and nationally among policy and government-focused audiences;
  • Serves on school and campus wide committees as assigned; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Generally, a minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or related outreach and engagement roles;
  • Knowledge of higher education recruitment, lead generation, and enrollment conversion practices for a diverse audience;
  • Skill in planning and executing recruitment and yield events;
  • Skill in relationship management, public speaking, and written communication;
  • Skill in utilizing CRM and Microsoft Suite to track recruitment activity and analyze enrollment data;
  • Ability to manage multiple recruitment priorities, budgets, logistics, and operational activities simultaneously;
  • Ability to think critically, act independently, and identify strategic opportunities; and
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in related field;
  • Generally, 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, partnership development, or related student-facing outreach roles preferred;
  • Knowledge of undergraduate and graduate enrollment trends within public policy, government, international affairs, or related academic disciplines;
  • Knowledge of engaging with military-affiliated, veteran, transfer, adult learner, or working professional student populations;
  • Ability and working proficiency in Salesforce CRM;
  • Knowledge of the Washington, D.C. higher education, policy, nonprofit, and government landscape;
  • Skilled in managing budgets; and
  • Knowledge of Gen-Z cultural norms.

Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Recruitment Manager at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: June 15, 2026
For Full Consideration, Apply by: July 2, 2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.
George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

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