Associate Director, Masters Admissions & Partnerships

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

Job summary

The University of Chicago invites applications for an Associate Director in the ESA International Admissions team. This role draws on admissions knowledge to support Enrollment and Student Advancement for master’s programs, acting as a key representative in all recruitment and review activities.

Candidates should excel in independent and team settings, manage projects, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Occasional travel and evening/weekend commitments are expected seasonally.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher required.
• Minimum 5–7 years in related admissions/recruitment work.
• Experience with portfolio management and event programming.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate master’s admissions applications and manage an assigned portfolio.
• Develop and manage outreach, partnerships, and events to recruit applicants.
• Conduct information sessions and presentations for prospective students.
• Travel for admissions events and visits as needed (4–6 weeks annually).
• Counsel students/parents on admissions processes and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external constituencies to build pipelines.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Slate CRM

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

The University of Chicago invites applications for an Associate Director in the ESA International Admissions team. This role draws on admissions knowledge to support Enrollment and Student Advancement for master’s programs, acting as a key representative in all recruitment and review activities.

Candidates should excel in independent and team settings, manage projects, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Occasional travel and evening/weekend commitments are expected seasonally.