Assistant Director Admissions (Dallas, TX)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant educational institution as an Assistant Director of Admissions, where your recruitment expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of prospective students. This dynamic position involves extensive travel across the southwestern region to engage with high school students and families, representing a prestigious university known for its commitment to excellence. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to create strategic outreach initiatives, attend college fairs, and foster relationships with key stakeholders. If you are passionate about education and have a knack for connecting with others, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of future scholars.

Qualifications

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

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)

Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago.

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 in regard to 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.
2. Represents Loyola at various programs including high school visit days, college fairs, and outreach activities.
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

1. Experience in recruitment and admission is required.
2. Understanding of the financial aid process is beneficial.
3. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to form effective working relationships.
5. Must be a team player with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
6. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload.
7. Bilingual skills are beneficial but not required.
8. Ability to work independently with little supervision.
9. Must have the ability to articulate the values and mission of a Jesuit institution.
10. 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

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours

Open Date

08/05/2022

Close Date

Position Salary

Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $59,000/ann
Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $51,000/ann

About Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. As one of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola offers a world-class educational experience and strives to be an employer of choice by offering a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a 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