FOR ADVISORS’ INFORMATION: Senior College Recruiter Position Available

Posted on September 06, 2021

Senior College Recruiter

Location:         Chicago
Close Date:      9/17/2021

*Posting for Multiple Positions

UIC Admissions at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a Senior College Recruiter. This position recruits prospective high school and transfer students through the development and implementation of integrated marketing and recruitment strategies necessary to meet the enrollment goals of the University. This is a highly visible position that represents the University’s interests during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. state legislators, community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events).

Duties:

  • Develop and implement recruitment and yield strategies to attract prospective students to the Campus and meet the enrollment needs of the University.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with students/parents, high school counselors, teachers, and administrators to provide pre-admission advice and counsel relative to the recruitment and admissions processes.
  • Prepare, coordinate and deliver training modules to student workers and staff.
  • Deliver presentations to campus visitors and at off-site local, regional, national and international locations to prospective students.
  • Seek out opportunities to engage and meet prospective students by participating in local, state-wide, national or international school events, college fairs, community organizations, etc.
  • Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email and social networking.)
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective student questions and concerns
  • Host and assist in the establishment and coordination of on-campus programs for prospective students.
  • Represent the University during on-campus events to provide information about available offerings (including but not limited to academic programs, resources, opportunities, facilities, etc.).
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and make recommendations for program changes and enhancements.
  • Compile, assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
  • Update and report regularly on recruiting events and outcomes.
  • Manage and coordinate dynamic and cyclical office projects, including written outcome reports, as designated. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

A minimum of two years’ experience in student counseling, admissions and/or UIC undergraduate campus involvement or leadership.

Ability to travel overnight locally, statewide, nationally and internationally. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required. Public speaking experience and organization skills preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity to working with diverse populations. Ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems, initiate and implement projects independently.

Membership in the Illinois Association for College Admissions Counseling (IACAC) and the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) preferred.

To Apply:

For fullest consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and a list of three references online through the UIC Job Board at: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=149108

The above mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than Friday, September 17, 2021.

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment Notice of Duty to Disclose (Policy Section VI.a.).

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899