Assistant Director of Recruitment

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Recruitment provides leadership for the Retzky College of Pharmacy's recruitment and enrollment efforts. In collaboration with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs, the position develops and implements strategic recruitment initiatives, supervises student peer advisors and ambassadors, and uses data-informed approaches to support enrollment goals. The Assistant Director represents the College and builds relationships with prospective students, educational partners, and other stakeholders. The position may be based at either the UIC Chicago or Rockford campus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
At least three years of progressively responsible experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, student affairs, advising, counseling, marketing, or a related field.
Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating recruitment or enrollment initiatives.
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.
Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and use assessment findings to guide decision-making.
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.
Current and valid driver's license.
Ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel during peak recruitment periods, and regularly between Chicago and Rockford campuses.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, Counseling, Communication, Health Professions Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
Five or more years of experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or student affairs.
Knowledge of CRM systems, enrollment analytics, and recruitment technologies.
Working knowledge of university admissions, enrollment, academic policies, and student success initiatives.
Membership or involvement in professional organizations such as NACAC, IACAC, AACP, or related associations.
Experience recruiting for professional or graduate programs, particularly in the health professions.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of recruitment, marketing, and yield strategies for the PharmD, graduate, and BSPS programs.
Collaborate with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs to set recruitment priorities and measurable goals, evaluate outcomes, and recommend improvements.
Build and maintain relationships with prospective students and stakeholders, including parents, pre-health advisors, counselors, faculty, alumni, healthcare organizations, and community partners.
Represent the College at recruitment events, professional meetings, and outreach activities locally, regionally, and nationally.
Coordinate recruitment activities such as campus visits, information sessions, open houses, interview days, accepted student programs, and virtual events.
Advise prospective students on admissions requirements, academic preparation, and pharmacy career opportunities.
Supervise and coordinate peer advisors, pharmacy ambassadors, and other student recruitment representatives, including training, mentoring, scheduling, and performance oversight.
Analyze recruitment, admissions, and enrollment data; identify trends and opportunities; prepare reports; and support data-informed decisions.
Monitor applicant pipeline activity and recommend approaches to improve conversion, yield, and enrollment outcomes.
Participate in admissions and interview processes and contribute to policy and process improvements in collaboration with faculty and staff.
Support recruitment program administration, including budget management, strategic planning, program assessment, event oversight, committee participation, and special projects.
Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Travel frequently, including overnight travel during peak recruitment periods, and regularly travel between the Chicago and Rockford campuses.