Admissions Outreach Specialist

University of Illinois Springfield; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Springfield is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit and support new students at UIS. You will represent the university at on- and off-campus events, including college fairs, school visits, and campus programs, guiding prospective students through the admissions and enrollment process.

The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families, and school partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver presentations to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Outreach: attend school visits, college fairs, conferences, open houses, and other events.
• Recruitment: identify, recruit and enroll prospective students within a territory.
• Application Review: read and evaluate admissions applications with a holistic view.
• Partnership Outreach: maintain relationships with high school counselors and college advisors.
• Other: assist with admissions operations and campaigns.

Skills

Public speaking

Excellent communication

Independent collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Technolutions Slate CRM

Job description

University of Illinois Springfield is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit and support new students at UIS. You will represent the university at on- and off-campus events, including college fairs, school visits, and campus programs, guiding prospective students through the admissions and enrollment process.

The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families, and school partners.