at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Program Coordinator - Assistant Director of Student Admissions - College of Dentistry
Program Coordinator - Assistant Director of Student Admissions - College of Dentistry
Hiring Department: Dentistry Student Affairs
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024981
Posting Close Date: June 6, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Student and Diversity Affairs, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of recruitment and admission programing, services and processes. The position acts on student recruitment and admission matters in the absence of the Senior Director of Student and Diversity Affairs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Counsel students on admissions matters in accordance with University of Illinois Chicago UIC (University of Illinois Chicago) and the College of Dentistry policies and guidelines.
Participate in all phases of the admissions and records process at the College and University level.
Work closely with Admissions Committee members and provide advice on application screening, interviewing, selection criteria for applicants, review, and presentation of applicants.
Be familiar with assessment techniques and tools that will support a holistic admissions process approach to recruit and admit a diverse class representing the population of Illinois.
Prepare various reports as needed by the admissions committee.
Prepare and update presentations and documents utilized for various stages of the admissions process.
Has working knowledge of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), Associated American Dental Schools Application Services (AADSAS) and the Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists (CAAPID) databases.
Participate in outreach activities for prospective students both on and off-campus.
Visit colleges and universities in Illinois to meet with pre-health advising professionals and to promote the school to potential applicants.
Maintain and update the Admissions Office's recruitment and marketing plans to continuously promote the College's visibility and general recruitment efforts. This includes website page maintenance, editing, and updating. Creating and updating flyers and presentations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree.
A total of one (1) year (12 months) work experience working directly with students in a higher education setting. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.) Preferred Qualifications:
Outstanding skills in oral and written communication, including public... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
