Masters Admissions Associate Director: Strategy & Outreach

The University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Ibrido; USD 72.000 - 94.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Chicago invites applications for an Associate Director in its ESA International Admissions department. The role uses prior admissions experience to support master's admissions work, manage portfolios, and act as a positive representative of the University to prospective students and partners.

You will work independently and on teams, problem-solve, and lead projects related to master's admissions while building external partnerships globally.

Competenze

• Education: college or university degree in related field.
• Work Experience: 5–7 years in a related job discipline.
• Certifications: ---

Mansioni

• Manages an admissions portfolio and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission related to a specific subject area and/or territory.
• Each Associate Director will have ownership of a portfolio of projects related to master's admissions with a high level of authority.
• Portfolios may include marketing and communications, admissions operations, programming and events, strategic partnerships, working with current student employees, and more.
• Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for master's admission by interviewing, reading applications and summarizing evaluations.
• Completes these tasks independently or with some guidance and instruction from others.
• Establishes and manages partnerships with external constituencies to build a robust pipeline of talented candidates into UChicago master's programs.
• Delivers information sessions and specialized presentations, as well as 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, including 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 portfolio of prospective students that require special handling.
• Manages regional event programming such as receptions and career trek field trips for students.
• Works independently to expand outreach to employers in the region.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Conoscenze

Verbal & written communication

Presentation skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in related field

Strumenti

Slate CRM

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Chicago invites applications for an Associate Director in its ESA International Admissions department. The role uses prior admissions experience to support master's admissions work, manage portfolios, and act as a positive representative of the University to prospective students and partners.

You will work independently and on teams, problem-solve, and lead projects related to master's admissions while building external partnerships globally.