University of Chicago

Associate Director, Masters Admissions

Chicago, IL, USA · Director · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$72k-$94kDetected 14 hours ago

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About the role

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.
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.

Manages an admissions portfolio and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission related to a specific subject area and/or territory.
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, as well as participates in virtual and on-campus events for prospective master's students.
Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, including routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process.
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.
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.

Familiar with Microsoft Office.
Familiar with Slate CRM.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Presentation skills.
Customer service skills.
Maintain confidentiality.
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.
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$72,250.00 - $93,500.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
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