Regional Admissions Officer (Recruitment - Chicago)

University of Florida; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Regional Admissions Officer to manage recruitment efforts across the greater Chicago, Illinois area. Working from a home office, you will represent UF at high school visits and regional college fairs, build relationships with prospective students, families, and counselors, and guide them through the admissions process.

You will travel within Illinois for recruitment activities, support freshman application review, respond to inquiries via phone, email, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s with two years of relevant experience.
• Ability to review freshman applications with a holistic approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment activities across the Chicago territory.
• Visit high schools and attend regional college fairs.
• Promote UF enrollment pathways and host information sessions.
• Travel within Illinois; build counselor relationships; yield events.
• Review and evaluate freshman applications; support admissions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years relevant experience

Job description

Regional Admissions Officer (Recruitment - Chicago)

Apply now Job no: 540159
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Out of the State of Florida
Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services
Department: 03020000 - EM-OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

Classification Title:

Admissions Officer II

Master’s degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

The University of Florida is seeking a Regional Admissions Officer to manage recruitment efforts across the greater Chicago, Illinois area. In this role, you will represent UF at high school visits and regional college fairs, build strong relationships with prospective students, families, and counselors, and guide them through the admissions process. Working from a home office, you will oversee your assigned territory, travel throughout Illinois for recruitment activities, support freshman application review, and respond to inquiries via phone, email, and virtual platforms.

Key responsibilities include:

Student Engagement & Recruitment

Manage recruitment activities across the Chicago, Illinois territory

Visit high schools, state colleges, and attend regional college fairs

Promote UF’s multiple enrollment pathways (UF Residential, UF Online, Innovation Academy, PaCE)

Host virtual and in-person information sessions for prospective students and families

Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors and college advisors

Plan and execute yield events and recruitment initiatives within the assigned region

Travel regularly, including extended overnight trips, and operate a vehicle to support outreach efforts

Territory Management & Reporting

Identify key markets and strategic opportunities within the assigned region

Analyze recruitment data, school visit trends, and other metrics to guide planning

Manage a recruitment territory plan aligned with enrollment goals

Prepare and submit weekly reports on recruitment activities and progress

Advise leadership on territory performance and engagement outcomes

Application Review & Evaluation

Review and evaluate freshman applications using a holistic approach

Assess academic records, standardized test scores, resumes, and personal statements

Support the admissions selection process for a highly selective institution

Other Duties

Participate in ongoing training to maintain professional expertise

• Respond to inquiries about UF admissions policies and processes
• Communicate with prospective students and families via phone, email, virtual platforms, and in person

Complete administrative responsibilities tied to the admissions office

Perform additional duties as assigned

$60,000 annually

In addition, UF offers the following exceptional benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Master’s degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience

Valid Drivers License is required.

Valid Passport, or ability to obtain, is required.

Preferred:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work and communicate across a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated abilities in leadership, problem solving and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.