Assistant Director Admissions (Dallas, TX)

LRES Corporation; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as an Assistant Director of Admissions! In this pivotal role, you will spearhead recruitment efforts for prospective students, engaging with high schools and community colleges across the southwestern region. Your strategic approach will ensure that all recruitment events are effectively executed, fostering relationships that attract new students. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a Jesuit institution's mission while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about education and recruitment, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of admissions experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment for prospective freshmen in assigned territory.
• Build relationships with high school and community college counselors.

Skills

Recruitment Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Bilingual Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Recruitment Software

Technolutions/Slate

PeopleSoft

Job description

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Assistant Director Admissions (Dallas, TX)

Position Details

Job Title: ASST DIRECTOR ADMISSIONS
Position Number: 8100031
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Campus: Off-Campus/Remote
Department Name: UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
Location Code: UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS (02022A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Director is responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective freshmen in an assigned territory. As territory manager, the Assistant Director establishes a strategic approach with the guidance of the senior team to ensure all targeted high schools are visited, college fairs and other recruitment events are attended and evaluated while following up with all prospects regarding the application process and steps that lead to enrollment. Extensive travel is required.

1. Works and travels within the southwestern regional geographic areas as assigned to inform prospective students and their families of the educational opportunities available at Loyola University Chicago by managing daily communications with prospective students and families and other constituencies.
2. Represents Loyola at various programs including, but not limited to, high school visit days, college fairs, outreach activities, etc.
3. Builds and maintains effective relationships with high school counselors and community college counselors.
4. Actively engages and participates in appropriate professional organizations for the purpose of recruiting new students to Loyola and professional networking development.
5. Reads application files and makes timely admission decisions on applicants to Loyola.
6. Participates in recruitment, yield, and orientation events hosted on-campus and off-campus.
7. Develops and executes programming for targeted groups, including college counselors, in major markets.
8. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in related field and three to five years of related admissions experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment and admission is required.
• Understanding of financial aid process is beneficial.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to form effective working relationships.
• Must be a team player with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload.
• Bilingual skills are beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Must have the ability to articulate the values and mission of a Jesuit institution.
• This position is based in Dallas, Texas and requires residency in the Dallas area.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Computer Skills

Ability to use MS Office Suite and related recruitment software or programs. Experience with Technolutions/Slate and PeopleSoft is desirable but not required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours

Open Date

08/05/2022

Close Date

N/A

Position Salary

Maximum Salary: $59,000/ann
Minimum Salary: $51,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

About Loyola University Chicago: Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola’s professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world-class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three to five years of related admissions experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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