at Loyola University Of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Position Number
8102542
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
Location Code
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS (02022A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective freshmen to Loyola. As a territory manager, the Admission Counselor establishes a strategic approach with the guidance of the senior team to ensure all targeted high school visits, college fairs, and other recruitment events are attended and evaluated.
2. Informs prospective students and their families of the educational opportunities available at Loyola University Chicago. Manages daily communications with prospective students and families in regards to the application process and steps that lead to enrollment.
3. Represents Loyola at various programs, high school visit days and at community colleges.
4. Builds effective relationships with high school counseling staff and community college counselors. Actively engages in appropriate organizations for the purpose of recruiting new students to Loyola.
5. Makes timely admission decisions on applicants to Loyola.
6. Participates in recruitment, yield and orientation events hosted at Loyola.
7. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in related field, with one year of related experience. Licenses: Valid driver's license
Qualifications
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrative ability to understand multicultural perspectives as it applies to student recruitment
- Ability to articulate the value and mission of a Jesuit education
- Team player who has the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
- Ability to articulate the benefits of a Jesuit education.
- Spanish fluency is a plus but not required
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Must have valid US Driver's License
- Ability to travel with nights and weekends
- No difficulties standing for long hours
- Ability to carry approximately 40 lbs of material for recruitment and programming
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
n/a
Computer Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite. Preferably have knowledge in Technolutions Slate CRM
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
Standing
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
02/21/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
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Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
