Associate Director Master's Admissions

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,250 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Office of College Admissions seeks an Associate Director to apply admissions expertise to master’s programs, manage a portfolio, lead projects, and serve as a positive representative of the University of Chicago both on campus and virtually.

You will recruit and evaluate applicants, establish partnerships with colleges worldwide, deliver information sessions, travel for events, and oversee staff and student workers as needed.

Qualifications

• A college or university degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a related job discipline.
• Valid United States driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manages an admissions portfolio and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission related to a specific subject area and/or territory.
• Has ownership of a portfolio of projects related to master’s admissions with a high level of authority, including marketing and communications, admissions operations, programming and events, strategic partnerships, and working with current student employees.
• Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for master’s admission by interviewing, reading applications, and summarizing evaluations independently or with guidance.
• Establishes and manages partnerships with external constituencies, including colleges and universities worldwide, to build a robust pipeline of talented candidates into UChicago master’s programs.
• Delivers information sessions and specialized presentations, and participates in virtual and on-campus events for prospective master’s students.
• Conducts college and university visits, attends college fairs, and hosts presentations either virtually or by travel. Admissions travel may last 4–6 weeks over the course of a year.
• Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process.
• Responds to inquiries via phone and e-mail, providing a positive experience for all who interact with the department.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Presentation skills

Customer service

Maintain confidentiality

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Slate CRM

Job description

About The Department

The Office of College Admissions has a staff of over 40 people, most of whom are Admissions Counselors. They manage marketing to and recruitment of prospective students as well as the admissions process for first year and transfer students into The College, summer programs for high school students, and select master’s admissions programs. The Admissions Office is a forward‑facing department often providing the first impression of UChicago to visitors in‑person and virtually as well as telephonically and via email engagement. This Office is responsible for bringing to campus a class of students with a diverse set of backgrounds who are prepared to take on rigorous academics while engaging with the University, surrounding neighborhood, and city of Chicago. For more information, please visit http://www.collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate for this position will draw on knowledge and experience of the admissions process to support the work of Enrollment and Student Advancement related to admissions for a master’s degree. Associate Directors are expected to work well both individually and in teams, to problem‑solve, manage projects, and act as a positive representative of the University of Chicago. All Admissions staff members act as a first line of engagement for prospective students and manage general recruitment and application review responsibilities in addition to managing other projects within various teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages an admissions portfolio and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission related to a specific subject area and/or territory.
• Has ownership of a portfolio of projects related to master’s admissions with a high level of authority, including marketing and communications, admissions operations, programming and events, strategic partnerships, and working with current student employees.
• Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for master’s admission by interviewing, reading applications, and summarizing evaluations independently or with guidance.
• Establishes and manages partnerships with external constituencies, including colleges and universities worldwide, to build a robust pipeline of talented candidates into UChicago master’s programs.
• Delivers information sessions and specialized presentations, and participates in virtual and on‑campus events for prospective master’s students.
• Conducts college and university visits, attends college fairs, and hosts presentations either virtually or by travel. Admissions travel may last 4‑6 weeks over the course of a year.
• Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process.
• Responds to inquiries via phone and e‑mail, providing a positive experience for all who interact with the department.
• Weekend and evening availability is expected throughout the year for some aspects of the position including application review, travel, and admissions events.
• May manage student workers and/or full‑time staff.
• Expands outreach messaging via alumni clubs and special events and/or reunions, maintains updated alumni contact records, and cultivates new contacts in appropriate industries.
• Manages regional event programming such as receptions and career trek field trips for students, working independently to expand outreach to employers in the region.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

A college or university degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher.
• Valid United States driver’s license.

Work Experience

5–7 years of experience in a related job discipline.

Technical Skills or Knowledge

• Familiar with Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with Slate CRM.

Preferred Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Presentation skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Working Conditions

• Work will take place in an office setting and remotely, during work‑related travel, on and off‑campus events, and application review season.
• Some travel required.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• References Contact Information (required)

Job Family

Student Affairs & Services

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Yes

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$72,250.00 – $93,500.00

Benefits Eligible

Yes – the University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude employment; rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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