Regional Admissions Counselor – Chicago

University of Arkansas Fayetteville • Fayetteville, AR

6d • Remote

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Regional Admissions Counselor – Chicago is to educate prospective students and families about the University of Arkansas and its programs. This position is expected to reside in the Chicago, Illinois metro area, and requires extensive year-round travel to high schools and colleges throughout the assigned territory. While based in Chicago, the territory also includes the state of Wisconsin. This position will have necessary travel to the Fayetteville, AR campus when needed for special events, training, etc. This position will develop and manage a pool of prospective students in the assigned territory and will plan and implement effective recruitment strategies utilizing our CRM to set goals and monitor progress. The Regional Admissions Counselor – Chicago will develop strategic partnerships with education constituents including counselors, AP teachers, University of Arkansas alumni, parents, as well as regional recruitment networks. This position will assume other related areas of responsibility as assigned or required by the senior university administration, as well as assist regional team during high volume periods. The Admissions Counselor is required to give presentations and interact with large groups of prospective students. Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written. This position requires frequent travel either by vehicle and/or travel by air. Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. NOTE: The employee is expected to reside in the Chicago metro area as a Remote Worker, according to Fayetteville Policy and Procedures 412.3.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least one year of experience in enrollment services, academic advising, or recruiting
• Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty.
• Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of experience in enrollment services, academic advising, or recruiting
• At least one year of experience as an admissions counselor, student ambassador, or orientation leader
• Knowledge of higher education admissions office procedures and policies
• Proven organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, demonstrate attention to detail, meet deadlines, and think creatively
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including the ability to present to a large audience

Responsibilities

• Educate prospective students and families about the University of Arkansas and its programs.
• Reside in the Chicago, Illinois metro area.
• Extensive year-round travel to high schools and colleges throughout the assigned territory (Chicago and Wisconsin).
• Travel to the Fayetteville, AR campus when needed for special events, training, etc.
• Develop and manage a pool of prospective students in the assigned territory.
• Plan and implement effective recruitment strategies utilizing CRM to set goals and monitor progress.
• Develop strategic partnerships with education constituents including counselors, AP teachers, University of Arkansas alumni, parents, as well as regional recruitment networks.
• Assume other related areas of responsibility as assigned or required by the senior university administration.
• Assist regional team during high volume periods.
• Give presentations and interact with large groups of prospective students.
• Maintain strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Frequent travel either by vehicle and/or travel by air.
• Lift 40 lbs.
• Maintain regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance.
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level