Assistant Director, Student Recruitment and Admissions

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director is a key member of the Full-Time MBA Student Recruitment and Admissions team, which coordinates all facets of the applicant experience for prospective and admitted students. In addition to participating in recruiting activities and the application evaluation process, the Assistant Director supports the execution of yield initiatives, event programming, and student record management during pre-matriculation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Background in higher education.
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google applications (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms).
Familiar with Slate CRM tool and Zoom functionality.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Professional demeanor including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
Proven record of successful time management and organizational skills.
Execute administrative responsibilities with high attention to detail and productivity.
Handle multiple tasks and work streams simultaneously, meet strict deadlines, and possess a self-motivated disposition.
Work both independently and successfully as a member of a team.
Develop effective relationships across departments and with external stakeholders.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Serves as an integral member of the Admissions Committee.
Conducts student recruitment, evaluation, and yield activities.
Duties include reading and evaluating applications; traveling domestically and internationally; and attending and hosting various recruiting and yield events.
Supports the Associate Director in the execution of annual yield strategy and programming, from the point of admission through matriculation.
Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of virtual and in-person yield-related events, including collaborating with other team members, student volunteers, and school partners as needed.
Conducts administrative processing and management of student records during pre-matriculation period.
Responsibilities include tracking and verifying incoming student documentation, managing enrollment checklists, and communicating with students to ensure timely completion of required steps.
Contributes to management of communications and outreach to admitted and incoming students, including updating online resources and communication materials.
Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for admission by interviewing, reading applications and summarizing evaluations.
Completes these tasks independently or with some guidance and instruction from others.
Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, including routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process.
Performs other related work as needed.