Pharmacy Recruitment Lead, Student Affairs

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The University of Illinois Chicago, Retzky College of Pharmacy, seeks an Assistant Director of Recruitment to lead strategic recruitment efforts for PharmD, graduate, and BSPS programs. You will supervise peer advisors, build partnerships with educators and healthcare organizations, and drive data-informed enrollment initiatives across campus locations.

You will work closely with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs, travel between Chicago and Rockford campuses, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, student affairs, advising, counseling, marketing, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating recruitment or enrollment initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience supervising, training, mentoring, or coordinating student employees, staff, volunteers, or peer leaders.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and use assessment findings to guide decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse populations and creating inclusive recruitment practices.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and initiate projects.
• Frequent travel, including overnight travel during peak recruitment periods, and regular travel between the Chicago and Rockford campuses.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, marketing, and yield strategies to support enrollment goals for the PharmD, graduate, and BSPS programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students and key stakeholders; represent the College at events.
• Manage a comprehensive portfolio of recruitment activities including campus visits, information sessions, open houses, interview days, and virtual events.
• Serve as a primary resource for admissions requirements, academic preparation, and career opportunities in pharmacy.
• Supervise and coordinate student recruitment personnel, including peer advisors and ambassadors.
• Analyze recruitment, admissions, and enrollment data to assess effectiveness and prepare reports for leadership.
• Support admissions and enrollment management through participation in processes and policy improvements.
• Assist with administrative functions of the recruitment program including budget, planning, and program assessment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Data analysis

Project management

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Enrollment analytics tools

Recruitment technologies

Job description

The University of Illinois Chicago, Retzky College of Pharmacy, seeks an Assistant Director of Recruitment to lead strategic recruitment efforts for PharmD, graduate, and BSPS programs. You will supervise peer advisors, build partnerships with educators and healthcare organizations, and drive data-informed enrollment initiatives across campus locations.

You will work closely with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs, travel between Chicago and Rockford campuses, and